ADHD
ADHD stands for "Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder... [and] is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children. ADHD also affects many adults. An estimated 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults have ADHD" ("What is ADHD" APA).
Common symptoms include inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. In school children, ADHD is much more noticeable and as a result they are diagnosed from a young age. Adults however may not even know they have it.
Resources & Coping Strategies
Although ADHD can鈥檛 be cured, it can be successfully managed and some symptoms may improve as a person ages. Information on ADHD is available through multiple resources:
- Parents can find resources on the website.
- An helps us understand how to recognize the signs and symptoms, risk and protective factors, and treatment options.
- Online resources such as offer guides for those who learn and think differently to discover their potentials, take control of their lives, and stay on positive paths.
- Additionally, for people with ADHD can be found here on the ADDitude website. It talks about 13 skills that can help you achieve goals.
- College Options For ADHD Students
- Students struggling with ADHD in college may find it helpful to follow these .
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