Types of ADHD

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurobehavioral disorder that typically begins to manifest itself in childhood. It is broadly characterized as problems with impulsive behavior, hyperactivity, and inattentiveness. There are four subtypes of ADHD—predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, predominantly inattentive (ADD), combined, and AD/HD Not Otherwise Specified. The latter category includes children who display the symptoms of ADHD, but do not necessarily fit into the first three categories.

Children who are classified as being predominantly inattentive have problems focusing on the task at hand, appear to not pay attention when spoken to, are forgetful, and often lose items. Those who are predominantly hyperactive-impulsive tend to fidget frequently, display restlessness, have trouble waiting for their turn, and tend to talk more than is considered typical. The “combined” category encompasses children who display symptoms in both of those categories.

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