Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Millions of children and adults suffer Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). ADHD can manifest itself in the form of:

• Inattention
• Hyperactivity/ Impulsivity

Inattention may become apparent when a child starts school and in adults it may become apparent in work or social settings.

A person with an inattentive form of ADHD must have at 6 of the following symptoms

• Failure to pay attention to detail and making careless mistakes
• Inability to stay on task
• Unable to listen when spoken to directly
• Inability to follow instructions and finish schoolwork, chores or duties in the workplace.
• Inability to organize activities and tasks
• Avoidance of tasks that require sustained attention
• Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities
• Easily distracted
• Forgetful