ADHD is a brain disorder that causes people to have trouble focusing on tasks and paying attention. It usually starts in childhood and continues into adulthood. Symptoms include difficulty concentrating, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and restlessness.
You have trouble focusing at work or school.
If you think you might have ADHD, talk with your doctor. He or she will ask questions about your symptoms and perform tests to determine whether you do indeed have ADHD.
You get easily distracted by other people’s conversations or activities.
People who have ADHD often find it difficult to focus on one thing at a time. They also tend to lose track of where they left off when reading or listening to something. This makes them forgetful and unable to complete tasks as quickly as others.
You find it difficult to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time.
If you notice any of these symptoms, talk with your doctor about whether you might have adult attention deficit disorder.
You often feel restless and fidgety.
Inattention means not paying enough attention to details. It also includes being easily distracted by extraneous stimuli. People who have adult attention deficit disorder tend to have trouble focusing on one thing at a time. They may find themselves daydreaming, getting bored, or losing track of conversations.
You tend to procrastinate when faced with a task.
If you notice yourself doing any of these things, it might mean you have adult attention deficit disorder. These symptoms often start in childhood, so it’s important for parents to watch for them early on.
