About Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
What does it look like?
How common is it?
What causes it?
How long does it last?
What treatments are effective?
A review of the evidence
What's new?
Resources

What does it look like?
Hyperactive-impulsive children always seem to be “on the go.”  They have difficulty sitting still and paying attention and tend to fidget and squirm to a degree beyond what is normal for their age. They seem to be unable to play quietly by themselves, and may intrude on or interrupt others’ conversations. Their impulsiveness also puts them at risk for physical injuries. Inattentive children tend to daydream, are easily distracted, have short attention spans, seem not to listen when spoken to, have memory problems, and fail to finish projects. Their school work is usually characterized by carelessness, inattention to detail, and disorganization.[1]

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