attention deficit disorder
noun
Note: Symptoms of attention deficit disorder range from mild to severe and always interfere with normal development and daily functioning. A diagnosis of attention deficit disorder typically requires that symptoms be present by the age of 12 and in more than one setting (such as both home and school). Attention deficit disorder may persist into adulthood, creating difficulties in one's occupation or social relationships. While hyperactivity and impulsivity are not always present as symptoms, attention deficit disorder is commonly referred to as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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Katherine Lee, Parents, 30 July 2024
Lyles has spoken openly about being diagnosed with attention deficit disorder and dyslexia as a kid and facing verbal abuse from his middle school classmates for his appearance.
—Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 22 July 2024
For instance, the study pointed to how people assigned male at birth are more likely to be diagnosed with substance use and attention deficit disorders.
—Jen Christensen, CNN, 12 July 2024
Any attention deficit disorder has not prevented him from recognizing the value of Rodgers’ appearances.
—Bob Raissman, New York Daily News, 6 Jan. 2024
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attention deficit disorder
nounNote: Symptoms of attention deficit disorder range from mild to severe and always interfere with normal development and daily functioning. A diagnosis of attention deficit disorder typically requires that symptoms be present by the age of 12 and in more than one setting (such as both home and school). Attention deficit disorder may persist into adulthood, creating difficulties in one's occupation or social relationships. While hyperactivity and impulsivity are not always present as symptoms, attention deficit disorder is commonly referred to as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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