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Whatever the specific cause may be, it seems to be set in motion early in life as the brain is developing.Depression, sleep deprivation, learning disabilities, tic disorders, and behavior problems may be confused with, or appear along with, ADHD. ...
Source:ADAM
Date:January 20, 2009
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities.ADHD, also known as hyperkinetic disorder(H...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Disorder characterized by attentional deficit and/or hyperactivity— impulsivity more severe than expected for a developmental age.Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder(ADHD), which affects 3-5% of school-age children in the United States,...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Childhood and Adolescence
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a behavioral disorder, characterized by poor attention, inability to focus on specific tasks, and excessive activity. ADHD is thought to have a strong genetic component, although studies are st...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part I
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder(AD/HD) is a neurobiological disorder characterized by hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities.AD/HD, also known as hyperkinetic disorder(HKD) outside of...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a neurological disorder that presents in various forms, with no two ADHD disorders having exactly the same characteristics. ADHD is classified as a disruptive behavior disorder characterized by ong...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Genetic Disorders Part II
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities.ADHD, also known as hyperkinetic disorder(H...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a developmental disorder characterized by distractibility, hyperactivity, impulsive behaviors, and the inability to remain focused on tasks or activities.ADHD, also known as hyperkinetic disorder(H...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Disorders
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is not a clinically definable illness or disease. Rather, as of December 2003, ADHD is a diagnosis that is made for children and adults who display certain behaviors over an extended period of time.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Neurological Disorders
Attention deficit disorder (ADD) begins in childhood. It may continue throughout your life. When it does, it may affect your job and even your relationships. Fortunately, with help, you can manage ADD.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
You've always had trouble concentrating. Your mind wanders, and it's hard to finish tasks. As a result, you didn't do well in school. And now, you often struggle with your job. Sometimes this makes you moody or depressed. These may be symptoms of attention deficit disorder (ADD). To find out more, talk to your healthcare provider. He or she can offer guidance and support.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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