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Common Symptoms
Common Symptoms
ADHD can be categorized into two different types:
inattentiveness (hard time concentrating or focusing)
hyperactivity and impulsiveness
Though many diagnosed with ADHD show symptoms of both, that is not always the case. About 20-30% of people only show signs problems focusing or concentrating with no signs of hyperactivity (also known as ADD).
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Related Conditions
Related Conditions
Although not always the case, some may have signs of other conditions alongside ADHD, such as:
Anxiety disorder
Depression
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Dyslexia
These vary between children and adults
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Living with ADHD
Living with ADHD
With children
Plan the day so your child knows what to expect
Set clear boundaries
Be positive
Give brief instructions
Eating
Exercise
With Adults:
Make lists
Find ways to help you relax
Speak to employer and school about condition
Exercise regularly
Click here to learn more (NHS, 2021)
Benefits of Physical Activity
Benefits of Physical Activity
For children, exercise and physical activity is beneficial in order to get their energy out early in the day and improve quality of sleep.
For adults, exercise is beneficial in order to let off steam and stress to be or feel more productive in your day.
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Ways to Feel More Productive
Ways to Feel More Productive
Exercising
Break down tasks into subtasks
Overestimate how long each task will take
Find ways to make boring tasks fun
Minimize distractions
Find an accountability partner
Schedule time to relax and recharge your energy levels
Click here to learn more (CDC, 2022)
References
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, August 9). What is ADHD? Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Retrieved December 5, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html#:~:text=ADHD%20is%20one%20of%20the,)%2C%20or%20be%20overly%20active.
Elmaghraby, R., & Garayalde, S. (n.d.). What is ADHD? Psychiatry.org - What is ADHD? Retrieved December 9, 2022, from https://www.psychiatry.org/patients-families/adhd/what-is-adhd
NHS. (n.d.). Living with -Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). NHS choices. Retrieved December 5, 2022, from https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder-adhd/living-with/
WebMD. (n.d.). How exercise can help with adult ADHD: Brain chemistry and more. WebMD. Retrieved December 5, 2022, from https://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/adult-adhd-and-exercise
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