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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. But some people don't get diagnosed with ADHD until they are adults. ADHD involves:

  • Having trouble paying attention (inattention)
  • Having trouble controlling impulsive behaviors (impulsivity)
  • Being overly active (hyperactivity)

What are the types of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

There are three types of ADHD:

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  1. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (National Library of Medicine)  
    What is attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. It is usually first diagnosed in childhood and often lasts into adulthood. ...
  2. ... with hyperactivity Attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity syndrome Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Hyperkinetic disorder Hyperkinetic syndrome Genetic Testing Registry: Attention ...
  3. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a problem caused by the presence of one or more of these findings: Not ... dealing with ADHD at: Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) -- chadd.org
  4. ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a problem that most often affects children. Adults may be affected as well. People with ADHD ...
  5. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder From the National Institutes of Health (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)  
    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/Start Here ... Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ... National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke ... From ...
  6. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder From the National Institutes of Health (National Institute of Mental Health)  
    Learn about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, including signs and symptoms, risk factors, treatments, and tips for staying organized with ADHD.
  7. Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)  
    ... LOGOUT LOGIN JOIN DONATE Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) CHADD does not endorse products, services, publications, ...
  8. This brochure provides information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children and teens including symptoms, how it is diagnosed, causes, treatment options, and helpful resources.
  9. Faststats: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (National Center for Health Statistics)  
    Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder/Statistics and Research
  10. Information about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults including symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, causes, treatments, and how to find help.
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