What Part Of The Brain Is Affected By Adhd
Health Encyclopedia: Adhd: The Basics
- ADHD: The Basics
- Highlights
- Risk Factors
- Causes
- Diagnosis of ADHD
- Other Disorders Associated with ADHD
- Complications
Introduction
According to the U.S. National Institute of Mental Health, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a legitimate psychologic condition.
ADHD is a syndrome generally characterized by the following symptoms:
- Inattention
- Distractibility
- Impulsivity
- Hyperactivity
Some experts categorize ADHD into three subtypes:
- Behavior marked by hyperactivity and impulsivity, but not inattentiveness
- Behavior marked by inattentiveness, but not hyperactivity and impulsivity
- A combination of the above tw...
Expert & Community Posts
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By Terry Matlen, ACSW , Health Expert...to their boss, partner, friends and family their ADHD diagnosis. Often times, these are folks... Read more »
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Medications
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