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Robinson, Tiaura.

"ADHD"

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16 November 2016.

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Treatments include medication and talk therapy.

- support groups

-cognitive behavioral therapy

-anger management

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how does adhd affect the body ?

ADHD is a neuro-developmental disorder, meaning it affects the brain and nervous system.

symptoms of AdHd

WHO IS MOST AFFECTED BY ADHD?

Behavioral: aggression, excitability, fidgeting, hyperactivity, impulsivity, irritability, lack of restraint, or persistent repetition of words or actions

Cognitive: absent-mindedness, difficulty focusing, forgetfulness, problem paying attention, or short attention span

Mood: anger, anxiety, boredom, excitement, or mood swings

Also common: depression or learning disability

Males are almost three times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than females.During their lifetimes, 12.9 percent of men will be diagnosed with the attention disorder. Just 4.9 percent of women will be diagnosed. The average age of ADHD diagnosis is 7 years old.Symptoms of ADHD typically first appear between the ages of 3 and 6.ADHD isn’t just a childhood disorder. Today, about 4 percent of American adults over the age of 18 deal with ADHD on a daily basis.

WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT ADHD?

what do we know about adhd ?

ADHD often begins in childhood and can persist into adulthood. It may contribute to low self-esteem, troubled relationships, and difficulty at school or work.

  • ADHD is a Very Common disorder.
  • There are more than three million US cases per year.
  • ADHD cannot be cured, but treatment may help.
  • Chronic; it can last for years or it can be lifelong.
  • Requires a medical disorder.
  • Lab testing or medical imaging not required.

WHAT IS adhd ?

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

is a chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.

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