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ADHD has three subtypes recognized: predominately hyperactive-impulsive, predominately inattentive, and combined hyperactive-impulsive and inattentive. The last type is commonly referred to as the "combined" type, and most children with ADHD have the combined type.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoADHD is "Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder". Typically an individual with ADHD will display overly active/impulsive behavior in conjunction with difficulty focusing and staying on task. An individual with ADHD may blurt out answers, interrupt, or have to address something mid conversation, otherwise they may quickly forget what they were going to say. An individual with ADHD may also be very fidgety and have difficulty staying still. Acting before or without thinking is very common. ADD is "Attention Deficit Disorder" and is very much like ADHD but without the hyperactivity and impulsivity.
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∙ 13y agoThis is a great question. In the current psychiatric nosology, there are the following subtypes:
- inattentive
- hyperactive
- combined
- "not otherwise specified"
"Not otherwise specified" is used to indicate a true variant of ADHD which is not captured by the current diagnostic system.
Dr. Daniel Amen believes his research supports several subtypes of ADHD that aren't in the current DSM. And Dr Russell Barkley, too, believes that future research will identify attentional/executive disorders that are similar to the current ADHD categories but not yet adequately understood or described.
We've been closing in on ADHD for about 40 years, but there's a lot more to learn about these conditions and their relationship to normal neurodevelopment. Stay tuned!
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∙ 13y agoThere are three subtypes recognized in ADHD: predominately hyperactive, predominately inattentive, and a combined subtype.
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Does Paris Hilton have STDs?
yes, many celebrities do
Is hyperactivity adhd?
Not necessarily. hyperactivity is a part of ADHD but hyperactivity it self is not adhd. This must be diagnosed by a medical professional and the subject may have adhd or is just a hyper type of person.
A D H D what does this stand for?
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. There are 4 types - ADHD, predominately inattentive; AHDH, predominately hyperactive; ADHD, combined; and finally ADHD, NOS (meaning not otherwise specified and may not meet full criteria for full-blown ADHD). There is technically no such thing as ADD but that is what some people use for ADHD, predominately inattentive.
What are some symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
Some of the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) go into three groups. One, Combined (the most popular sub type) involves symptoms of both inattentiveness and hyperactivity. Second, Inattentive ADHD (known as ADD) is marked by impaired attention and concentration. Third, Hyperactive-impulsive ADHD is marked with hyperactivity without inattentiveness.
What medication is there for ADHD inattentive type?
The same ones for ADHD hyperactivity sub-type such as Adderall, Vyvanse, Concerta, Strattera, etc. Sometimes antidepressants such as Prozac can aid in the inattentive subtype as well.
What does ADHD mean?
ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderSymptoms of ADHD:Impulsiveness: a child who acts quickly without thinking first.Hyperactivity: a child who can't sit still, walks, runs, or climbs around when others are seated, talks when others are talking.A child may have Impulsiveness or them combined but hyperactivity alone is not considered to be ADHD
When ADHD and schizophrenia are combined?
In combination, ADHD is usually diagnosed at a young age and as they grow older, this causes them to develop schizophrenia. Having trouble focusing are symptoms of both ADHD ad schizophrenia therefore it leads on to the person becoming predominantly schizophrenic which is a much more serious mental illness. I know because this is what happened to me.
What type of foods can help victims with adhd?
Several different diets can minimize the symptoms of ADHD. These include a gluten free diet and low sugar diet. You can learn more about diets for ADHD here: http://www.adhdawareness.com/control-ADHD-with-diet.html.
Do any Hollywood actors or actresses have ADD or ADHD?
Dakota Fanning, hyperactive-type.
What type of disabilities are there?
downs syndrome, ADHD, dyslexia, TB(tuberculosis)
What type of disorder is ADHD?
You are very hyper and can't control yourself or your actions. Usually.
What are phytostimulants?
Phyto-stimulants are drugs used for treating persons with ADHD symptoms. ADHD stands for Attention Deficit with Hyperactivity Disorder. Both children and adults are treated for this type of disorder.
