Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Definition: A behavior disorder originating in childhood in which the essential features are signs of developmentally inappropriate inattention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. Although most individuals have symptoms of both inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity, one or the other pattern may be predominant. The disorder is more frequent in males than females. Onset is in childhood. Symptoms often attenuate during late adolescence although a minority experience the full complement of symptoms into mid-adulthood. (From DSM-IV)

Synonyms (terms occurring on more labels are shown first): ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, hyperactivity disorder, Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, hyperkinetic syndrome, Hyperkinetic Disorder

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