How To Handle 9-10 Year Boy With Adhd?
- ADHD: The Basics
- Highlights
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis
- Complications
- Other Disorders Associated with ADHD
Introduction
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral disorder generally characterized by the following symptoms:
- Inattention
- Distractibility
- Impulsivity
- Hyperactivity
Types of ADHD
ADHD is classified into three subtypes:
- Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type. Behavior marked by hyperactivity and impulsivity, but not inattentiveness
- Predominantly Inattentive Type. Behavior marked by inattentiveness, but not hyperactivity and impulsivity
- Combination Type. A combination of...
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