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  1. Overview. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects people's behaviour. People with ADHD can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating and may act on impulse. Symptoms of ADHD tend to be noticed at an early age and may become more noticeable when a child's circumstances change, such as when they start school.

  2. Jan 6, 2021 · A big part of the problem in the debate is the binary view (reinforced by the categorical approach of the DSMs) that ADHD is a “thing” that you either have or do not have. It probably makes ...

  3. Related conditions in children and teenagers with ADHD. Although not always the case, some children may also have signs of other problems or conditions alongside ADHD, such as: anxiety disorder – which causes your child to worry and be nervous much of the time; it may also cause physical symptoms, such as a rapid heartbeat, sweating and dizziness

  4. Nov 15, 2023 · But for about 35% to 65% of children, ADHD is a lifelong condition. Is ADHD in children curable? There's no cure for ADHD, but with the right treatment, symptoms can be more manageable.

  5. Oct 5, 2020 · ADHD is common, at 3-7% of the population (my view is 3% is the more accurate), representing millions of children and adults worldwide. ADHD is associated with increased likelihood of a range of ...

  6. Myth # 2: ADHD is a Disorder of Childhood. Long-term studies of children diagnosed with ADHD show that ADHD is a lifespan disorder. Recent follow-up studies of children with ADHD show that ADHD persists from childhood to adolescence in 50%–80% of cases, and into adulthood in 35%–65% of cases (Owens et al. 2015).

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  8. Sep 22, 2022 · What we do know supports the idea that ADHD is a real condition. There is not just one single cause – ADHD is an imbalance of chemicals in the brain and can run in families. ADHD can look different in every young person. Top 5 tips for dealing with ADHD. Find out as much as you can about ADHD; Be positive; Stick to routines set for you

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