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Conditions & Diseases: Brain & Nervous SystemAttention Deficit Hyperactive DisorderSee Also: Introduction/OverviewAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or hyperkinetic disorder is a psychiatric disorder with a chronic neurobehavioral syndrome demonstrating signs of inattention, impulsivity, restlessness and hyperactivity. It is important to note that the term Attention Deficit Disorder is a condition without hyperactivity (1) & (2).
Other related conditions such as learning disorders, restless legs syndrome, ophthalmic convergence insufficiency, depression, anxiety disorder, antisocial personality disorder, substance abuse disorder, conduct disorder and obsessive-compulsive behavior are more likely to appear in people suffering from ADHD than in the general public (3). Types of ADHDBased on symptoms, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorders are classified into three types which include: Predominantly Inattentive Type: Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: Combined Type: See Also:
Article by Kona Vishnu, MS |
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