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Specific Advice

Though most individuals with ADHD have both inattention and hyperactivity, there are actually three subtypes of the disorder. The first is ADHD, Combined -- This is characterized by both inattention and hyperactive symptoms. The second is ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive -- This is characterized by behaviors that display inattention, without enough hyperactivity to warrant ADHD, Combined. The third is ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive -- This is characterized by behaviors that display hyperactive symptoms, without enough inattention to warrant ADHD, Combined.

ADHD is often diagnosed in childhood, though there are adults diagnosed and treated for ADHD as well. Symptoms of ADHD are often observed by parents and caregivers by the time children are five years old. However, most children with ADHD are most affected by its interference with their school performance when they are a bit older.

Treatment of ADHD may include behavioral psychotherapy, medication, and/or herbal remedies. Your child's treatment should be a cooperative effort between you, your child, and your child's psychotherapist and doctor or psychiatrist.

Unfortunately, many children with other disorders are misdiagnosed with ADHD due to children having limited communication skills. For instance, a child may appear inattentive when they are actually avoiding something specific, and they may appear hyperactive when they are agitated by a situation.

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