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There are three major categories of ADHD,
established through years of research and study: the inattentive
type, the hyperactive-impulsive type and the combined type. Each
classification has its own signs and symptoms, and to be considered
as having an attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, a person
should show at least six of the signs.
The signs and symptoms vary from
one person to another, but the general indications of ADHD are:
difficulty paying attention, difficulty in finishing tasks, frequently
jumping from one activity to another, problems focusing and following
instructions, often losing and forgetting things, being easily
distracted and irritated, difficulty paying attention to particulars,
trouble organizing tasks and activities, difficulty waiting,
barging in on other people, blurting out answers before questions
are asked completely, feeling impatient, talking too much, and
having trouble working silently.
Impulsivity, hyperactivity, and
inattentiveness are the chief signs of ADHD. These
signs commonly appear in the early years of a child's life, usually
by the age of 7. It is essential for a child to obtain a careful
examination and appropriate diagnosis by a skilled health professional.
The first category is the inattentive
type. People with this category of ADHD seem
to be lacking in concentration, and seem careless and negligent.
They can't get interested in details, or have a tendency to make
mistakes during lessons or other activities. They have difficulty
with sustained attention in tasks or play activities. They have
trouble listening. They find it hard to follow given directions.
They have trouble organizing things. They avoid tasks that include
mental effort. They tend to lose and forget things like notebooks,
homework, or toys. They are preoccupied and easily diverted.
And they are forgetful in daily activities and routines.
The second category is the hyperactive-impulsive
type, which usually means having excessive energy. It seems that
these people never tire out. They are always moving, doing something
and are always messing around. They cannot focus on doing a certain
job. People with this kind of ADHD keep on fidget and squirm
most of the time. They find it hard to sit still or play silently.
They are very talkative. They blurt out answers before understanding
and hearing the complete question. They have difficulty waiting
in line. They interrupt or intrude upon other people's work.
The third category is the combined
type, with symptoms of the two other. This category is the most
common among the three categories for attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder.
Oftentimes as a person grows older
the symptoms of ADHD turn out to be more manageable. Specialists
believe that the ADHD can diminish as the person gets older,
but the problems with focusing and attention often stay.
For more information about understanding
and managing the effects of ADHD please visit Recognizing and Treating
ADHD at http://www.ourfamilyshealth.com/recognizing-adhd
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