How To Recognize And Threat The 3 Forms Of ADHD
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ADHD is a mental health condition that often develops in childhood, but people can also be diagnosed as an adult.
How do you identify the types of ADHD and how do you treat them?
Business Insider spoke with Mayra Mendez, Ph.D., LMFT, a licensed psychotherapist.
There are three types of ADHD.
One is impulsive/hyperactive type ADHD.
There is inattentive type ADHD.
There is also combined type ADHD, which involves symptoms of both the first two types.
People with impulsive/hyperactive type ADHD may fidget often, have temper outbursts, and may struggle with self-control.
People with inattentive type ADHD have symptoms like forgetfulness, trouble with organization, and being easily distracted.
How do you identify the types of ADHD and how do you treat them?
Business Insider spoke with Mayra Mendez, Ph.D., LMFT, a licensed psychotherapist.
There are three types of ADHD.
One is impulsive/hyperactive type ADHD.
There is inattentive type ADHD.
There is also combined type ADHD, which involves symptoms of both the first two types.
People with impulsive/hyperactive type ADHD may fidget often, have temper outbursts, and may struggle with self-control.
People with inattentive type ADHD have symptoms like forgetfulness, trouble with organization, and being easily distracted.