When we think of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), it’s hard not to imagine an out of control child or teenager. However, ADHD can show itself in adults in a variety of ways that are often overlooked by patients and health professionals alike. This NPR story highlights some of the questions clinicians often ask to begin assessing ADHD in adults:
- How often do you have difficulty concentrating on what people say to you, even when they are speaking to you directly?
- How often do you leave your seat in meetings and other situations in which you are expected to remain seated?
- How often do you have difficulty unwinding and relaxing when you have time to yourself?
- When you’re in a conversation, how often do you find yourself finishing the sentences of the people you are talking to before they can finish them themselves?
- How often do you put things off until the last minute?
- How often do you depend on others to keep your life in order and attend to details?
If you or someone you love answers “quite often” to several of these questions, it may be beneficial to consult a doctor about ways to improve your attention.
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