Over the years, we have seen specials on television, read books and articles, all on Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity. More often than not, this information references a young boy, bouncing off walls and unable to contain his energy. There are, however, three distinct types of ADHD, according to the DSM-IV (Diagnostic Statistical Manual IV): Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type, Predominantly Inattentive Type and Combined Type. ADD, or ADD without hyperactivity is less...
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