ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
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1. ADHD
- A neurological disorder defined by impairing levels of inattention, disorganization,
and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity
- A child with ADHD shows a constant pattern of inattention and/or hyperactive and
impulsive behavior that interferes with normal functioning
● Combined presentation
● Predominantly inattentive presentation
● Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive presentation
Criteria
A. A persistent pattern of inattention and or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with
functioning or development, as characterized by (1) and or (2)
(1) ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type;
● Symptoms include being easily distracted, forgetful, or disorganized; excessive
daydreaming; poor concentration; and difficulty completing tasks. Children with the
inattentive subtype are less likely to act out or have difficulties getting along with
other children.
(2) ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type;
● Symptoms include excessive fidgeting and restlessness, hyperactivity, difficulty
waiting or remaining seated, immature behavior, and sometimes destructive
behaviors. Hyperactivity symptoms tend to go away with age and turn into “inner
restlessness” in teens and adults with ADHD.
(3) ADHD, Combined Type
● is a combination of the two other subtypes. Most children with ADHD have the
combined type.
B. To be diagnosed per DSM-5, at least six out of nine symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity-
impulsivity, or both must be present for at least six months and to a degree that is much
greater than others of the same age.
C. To be considered, the symptoms must have appeared between the ages of 6 and 12 and
must be observed in more than one environment (such as at home, at school, or at work).
D. The signs must be inappropriate for a child of that age, and there must be evidence that it is
causing social, academic, or work-related problems.
E. The symptoms do not occur exclusively during the course of schizophrenia or another
psychotic disorder and are not better explained by another mental disorder (e.g., mood
disorder, anxiety disorder, dissociative disorder, personality disorder, substance intoxication
or withdrawal).
➔ Combined presentation: If both Criterion A1 (inattention) and Criterion A2 (hyperactivity-
impulsivity) are met for the past 6 months.
➔ Predominantly inattentive presentation: If Criterion A1 (inattention) is met but Criterion A2
(hyperactivity-impulsivity) is not met for the past 6 months.
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1. ADHD
- A neurological disorder defined by impairing levels of inattention, disorganization,
and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity
- A child with ADHD shows a constant pattern of inattention and/or hyperactive and
impulsive behavior that interferes with normal functioning
● Combined presentation
● Predominantly inattentive presentation
● Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive presentation
Criteria
A. A persistent pattern of inattention and or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with
functioning or development, as characterized by (1) and or (2)
(1) ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type;
● Symptoms include being easily distracted, forgetful, or disorganized; excessive
daydreaming; poor concentration; and difficulty completing tasks. Children with the
inattentive subtype are less likely to act out or have difficulties getting along with
other children.
(2) ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type;
● Symptoms include excessive fidgeting and restlessness, hyperactivity, difficulty
waiting or remaining seated, immature behavior, and sometimes destructive
behaviors. Hyperactivity symptoms tend to go away with age and turn into “inner
restlessness” in teens and adults with ADHD.
(3) ADHD, Combined Type
● is a combination of the two other subtypes. Most children with ADHD have the
combined type.
B. To be diagnosed per DSM-5, at least six out of nine symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity-
impulsivity, or both must be present for at least six months and to a degree that is much
greater than others of the same age.
C. To be considered, the symptoms must have appeared between the ages of 6 and 12 and
must be observed in more than one environment (such as at home, at school, or at work).
D. The signs must be inappropriate for a child of that age, and there must be evidence that it is
causing social, academic, or work-related problems.
E. The symptoms do not occur exclusively during the course of schizophrenia or another
psychotic disorder and are not better explained by another mental disorder (e.g., mood
disorder, anxiety disorder, dissociative disorder, personality disorder, substance intoxication
or withdrawal).
➔ Combined presentation: If both Criterion A1 (inattention) and Criterion A2 (hyperactivity-
impulsivity) are met for the past 6 months.
➔ Predominantly inattentive presentation: If Criterion A1 (inattention) is met but Criterion A2
(hyperactivity-impulsivity) is not met for the past 6 months.
