Tag: neurodevelopmental disorders

  • Pediatric ADHD

    Pediatric ADHD: Definition and Description of Pediatric ADHD: Pediatric Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development. According to the American Psychiatric Association, ADHD can manifest in children as difficulty in maintaining attention, excessive fidgeting, or impulsivity. This disorder typically begins in…

  • Hyperactivity, ADHD

    Hyperactivity, ADHD Definition and Description of Hyperactivity, ADHD Hyperactivity, often associated with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), is characterized by excessive movement, impulsivity, and difficulty maintaining attention. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults. It is classified into three subtypes: predominantly inattentive presentation, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive presentation, and combined presentation. The disorder can impact…

  • Childhood ADHD

    Childhood ADHD Definition and Description of Childhood ADHD Childhood Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development. According to the American Psychiatric Association, ADHD is diagnosed in childhood and often continues into adolescence and adulthood. The exact causes are still being…

  • ADD/ADHD

    ADD/ADHD Definition and Description of ADD/ADHD Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are neurodevelopmental disorders that are characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) recognizes several subtypes of ADHD, which can include predominately inattentive…