Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

A community portal about Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder with blogs, videos, and photos. According to Wikipedia.org: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is thought to be a neurological disorder, always present from... [more]

A community portal about Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder with blogs, videos, and photos. According to Wikipedia.org: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is thought to be a neurological disorder, always present from childhood, which manifests itself with symptoms such as hyperactivity, forgetfulness, poor impulse control, and distractibility. In neurological pathology, ADHD is currently considered to be a 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.

ADHD increasingly common in older kids, CDC says

(AP) -- More older children are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder while the rate is holding steady for children under 12, according to a government report released Wednesday.
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