ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesis
The symptoms of ADHD fall into three groups:
Some children with ADHD primarily have the inattentive type. Others may have a combination of types. Those with the inattentive type are less disruptive and are more likely to not be diagnosed with ADHD.
Inattentive symptoms
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