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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a disorder usually diagnosed in childhood or adolescence characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity that is more frequent and severe than expected for the individual's age or level of development. Symptoms of ADHD include:
  • Failure to give close attention to details
  • Careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities
  • Difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities
  • Inability to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace
  • Difficulty organizing tasks or activities
  • Avoidance or dislike of tasks that require sustained mental effort
  • Forgetfulness in daily activities

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Find out if you show symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) by taking our free online survey or reading the full DSM-IV-TR diagnostic criteria. If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), get free information and advice from the Mindsite community by reading original articles or asking a question.