Everything from the definition of ADHD to how to find an ADHD doctor.
Acts as if “driven by a motor”Distracted or short attention spanSee the full list of ADHD symptoms in children.Roughly two-thirds of people who experienced ADHD symptoms as a child will continue to experience ADHD symptoms as an adult, though its manifestations change with age.
What’s more, many people with attention deficit were undiagnosed or misdiagnosed as children. They may suffer serious psychological consequences after a lifetime of blaming themselves for ADHD symptoms such as:Extreme emotionality and rejection sensitivityDoes My Child Have ADHD? Does your child struggle to stay focused on homework and chores? Does he or she forget things even with frequent reminders? Is he or she constantly fidgeting?Do you struggle to finish the projects that you start? Are you easily distracted by noises and activity around you? Do you often forget appointments and obligations? Do you feel rejection more intensely than others?
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