What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder that affects a person's ability to focus, behave, and control impulses

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common childhood neurodevelopmental disorders

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Children with ADHD often have difficulty with inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity

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Children with ADHD may also struggle with low self-esteem, troubled relationships and poor performance in school

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Symptoms begin in childhood and usually continue into the teen years and adulthood

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ADHD symptoms in kids with inattentive presentation include difficulty focusing, organising and staying on task

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Symptoms start before age 12, and in some children, they're noticeable as early as 3 years of age

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Treatment typically involves medications and behavioural interventions. Early diagnosis and treatment can make a big difference in outcome

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