ADHD

ADHD stands for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a neurodevelopmental disorder that commonly begins in childhood but can continue into adolescence and adulthood. ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that significantly impact a person's functioning and daily life.

The three main subtypes of ADHD are:

  1. Predominantly Inattentive Presentation: Individuals with this subtype primarily exhibit symptoms of inattention. They may have difficulty sustaining attention, following instructions, organizing tasks, and frequently lose or forget things.

  2. Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation: Individuals with this subtype primarily display symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity. They may fidget or squirm, have difficulty staying seated, talk excessively, and act impulsively without considering the consequences.

  3. Combined Presentation: This is the most common subtype, where individuals exhibit a combination of both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms.

Some common symptoms of ADHD include:

  1. Inattention: Difficulty sustaining attention, being easily distracted, making careless mistakes, forgetting or losing things, and struggling with organization and time management.

  2. Hyperactivity: Restlessness, fidgeting, excessive talking, difficulty staying seated, and an overall sense of being constantly "on the go."

  3. Impulsivity: Acting without thinking, interrupting others, difficulty waiting for turns, and engaging in impulsive behaviors.

It is important to note that the symptoms of ADHD can vary in severity and may present differently in different individuals.