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Interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games).ĭrawing of ADHD woman full of problems and thoughtsħ of 7 What Does ADHD Look Like In Adults?Īdults with inattentive ADHD may make careless mistakes, lose interest quickly, and struggle to follow verbal instructions.

Blurts out the answers before the questions have been completed.

Appears “on the go” or acts as if “driven by a motor.”.

Has difficulty playing or engaging in leisure activities quietly.

Runs about or climbs excessively in situations in which it is inappropriate (in adolescents or adults, may be limited to subjective feelings of restlessness).Leaves seat in classroom or in other situations in which remaining seated is expected.Fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat.To have this type, a person must have 6 or more of the following symptoms: Yet, this description fits only a small portion of those with the condition. Hyperactive impulsive type ADHD is the stereotype most people imagine when they think of ADHD: a young boy, bouncing off the walls, and interrupting the teacher mid sentence. Here are the three distinct presentations of ADHD:1. Predominantly Hyperactive/Impulsive – see above2. Predominantly Inattentive – lack of focus and attention are ĥ of 7 What Is Hyperactive Impulsive ADHD? In reality, only a fraction of people with ADHD fits this description. The stereotypical ADHD patient is a 9-year-old boy who loves to jump off dangerously high things and never remembers to raise his hand in class. Recognizing inattentive ADHD is key to preventing a lifetime of low self esteem and shame.

Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli.

Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities.

Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort.

Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities.

Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish projects.

Often does not seem to listen when spoken to.

Often has difficulty sustaining attention.

Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes.

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According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-V (DSM-V), six of the following symptoms must be present and causing a severe impact at school or work to merit a diagnosis. People with this form of ADHD often lose focus, are forgetful, and seem to have trouble listening. Inattentive ADHD is too often dismissed as spacey, apathetic behavior in children, or misdiagnosed as a mood disorder or anxiety in adults. Woman with ADHD sitting on top of mountain overlooking lake at sunset thinking about her diagnosis