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Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), according to the American
Psychiatric Association
"The clinical features of ADHD include the following:
the individual has difficulty sustaining attention
is easily distracted
often does not seem to listen
often shifts from one uncompleted activity to another
often loses things necessary for tasks
often interrupts or intrudes on others
has difficulty awaiting turn in groups
often blurts out answers to questions
often engages in physically dangerous activities without
considering the consequences
has difficulty playing quietly
has difficulty remaining seated
often fidgets or squirms in seat
has difficulty following instructions. often talks
excessively
Where eight or more of these apply, ADHD is likely to
be present." |
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