Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder; Diagnosis.

From: NWHRC Health Center - Attention Deficit HyperactivityDisorder | Date: June 5, 2006 | Copyright information

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex family of chronic neurobiological disorders that affects learning and behavior. Once thought to affect only children, it is now recognized as a disorder that continues into adulthood and one that presents unique issues for girls and women.

The condition is a serious diagnosis that can have a tremendous impact on your life, work and family. It may require long-term treatment with counseling and medication, so it's important that a health care professional carefully evaluate all symptoms to rule out other conditions ...

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