Inattentive Add And Coping In Stressful Conditions
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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