The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
recommends that health care providers ask parents, teachers, and other adults
who care about the child about the child's behavior in various settings, such
as home, school, or with peers. In adults, the main features of ADHD, the most common global health problem, may
include difficulty paying attention, impulsivity, and anxiety. Below, we will
discuss some of the symptoms of ADHD in adults, children and women:
Symptoms Of ADHD In Adults:
In adults, ADHD symptoms may manifest differently due to different
responsibilities during adolescence or childhood. Although most people with
ADHD receive a diagnosis in childhood, the signs and symptoms of the condition
are sometimes overlooked or misinterpreted. According to the literature, adults
experience:
- Poor time management skills
- Difficulty concentrating on a task
- Emotionality
- Decluttering and prioritizing problems
- Difficulty passing class or completing assignments
- Difficulty multitasking
- Excessive activity or restlessness
Symptoms Of ADHD In Children:
ADHD in children mainly
causes symptoms related to inattention, hyperactivity-impulsivity, or a
combination of both. ADHD symptoms are well-defined in children, and they
usually become noticeable before age 6. Children are Experience:
- Fidgeting, fidgeting, or otherwise difficulty sitting still
- Needs constant movement or frequent running around.
- Engaging in loud or disruptive activities
- Difficulty concentrating and engaging in activities easily
- Short attention span when playing sports or doing school work.
- Talking excessively and interrupting other people
Symptoms Of ADHD In Women:
ADHD may manifest differently in women than
in men, which may further contribute to lower rates of diagnosis in women and
girls. According to research, women often experience both inattention and
hyperactive-impulsive symptoms, most of which are less severe than their male
counterparts, especially in the hyperactive-impulsive category. Other notable
differences of ADHD in women include:
- More likely to have severe social problems, especially with bullying
- More severe difficulties with mood swings and emotional regulation
- More severe challenges in the areas of academics and self-esteem
- Escalating behaviors used to compensate for difficulties at home, school, or work
- Increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and pregnancy due to increased number of sexual partners
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