ADHD in Adults (cont.)
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- ADHD in Adults Overview
- ADHD in Adults Causes
- ADHD in Adults Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Questions to Ask the Doctor
- Exams and Tests
- ADHD in Adults Treatment
- Medical Treatment
- Medications
- Next Steps
- Outlook
- Support Groups and Counseling
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When to Seek Medical Care
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can have a negative impact in adulthood. Some commonly reported problems include the following:
- Marital instability
- Academic and vocational success below what is expected based on intelligence and education
- Alcohol or drug abuse
- Atypical responses to psychoactive medications
- Antisocial personality and low self-esteem
To be diagnosed with ADHD, you need to see your doctor. Adult ADHD is diagnosed based on determining the presence of symptoms during childhood, establishing a long-term pattern, and demonstrating current impairment. This information can be gathered from interviewing parents, friends, siblings, and spouses or partners, as well as from self-reports.
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental condition of inattention and distractibility, with or without accompanying hyperactivity.
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