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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in an adult is often not noticed because the person may maintain relationships and hold a steady job. It is not unusual for a parent to discover they have ADHD when their child is diagnosed with the disorder.
The most common types of ADHD symptoms in adults are attention problems and hyperactivity.
Adults with ADHD often find it hard to:
Adults with ADHD may:
ADHD in adults may affect:
Current as of: October 20, 2022
Author: Healthwise StaffMedical Review: Adam Husney MD - Family MedicineKathleen Romito MD - Family MedicineLouis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Louis Pellegrino MD - Developmental Pediatrics
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