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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- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
- Viewer Comments: Adult Adhd (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) - Symptoms Experienced
Exams and Tests
Several self-reports, spousal reports, and parent report questionnaires are available for the assessment of adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, the diagnostic power of these tests is still being determined, so unlike childhood ADHD, adult ADHD is diagnosed from qualitative data more than from quantitative tests.
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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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