What is an attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
This disorder is characterized by difficulties sustaining attention on low preference activities, impulsivity and hyperactivity. ADHD is usually noticeable with the early developmental period. Symptoms may change throughout the life-span, but it is no longer assumed that this disorder is “outgrown” during adolescence. Adults with ADHD often have difficulty on activities that required sustained attention, such as reading and writing, paying attention in lectures, organizing time and possessions and controlling impulses. These symptoms result in ineffective and inefficient learning strategies, disrupted social relationships and violations of rules or social norms.
