Definitie voor attention deficit hyperactief syndroom

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (sometimes referred to as ADD when only inattentiveness and distractibility are problematic [citation needed]) is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity initially appearing in childhood which manifests itself with symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, poor impulse control, and distractibility. meer

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) (sometimes referred to as ADD when only inattentiveness and distractibility are problematic [citation needed]) is a mental disorder characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity initially appearing in childhood which manifests itself with symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, poor impulse control, and distractibility. ADHD is currently considered to be a persistent and chronic syndrome for which no medical cure is available. ADHD is believed to affect between 3-5% of the United States population, including both children and adults. less