10 Medical Conditions That Share Symptoms With ADD/ADHD
By HealthCentral Editorial Staff

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron Deficiency Anemia

Iron Deficiency in adults causes lethargy, feeling exhausted and irritability.  In infants and children, however, the symptoms include irritability, inability to concentrate, impaired cognitive skills and a short attention span.  Children with ADHD also show symptoms of inability to concentrate and are distracted easily, mimicking a short attention span. 

By HealthCentral Editorial Staff— Last Modified: 03/28/2013, First Published: 05/27/2011