Be alert that these children can grow up to have bipolar.
ADHD
This list is an overview of what ADHD symptoms in children may look like. It is not meant to be used for diagnosis. Only a trained doctor can provide a diagnosis.
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Symptoms of Inattention
- Often makes careless mistakes and lacks attention to details (Examples: overlooking or missing details or handing in work that’s inaccurate)
- Often has difficulty paying attention to tasks or while playing (Examples: difficulty remaining focused during class, conversations, or lengthy readings)
- Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly (Example: mind seems elsewhere, even in the absence of obvious distraction)
- Often fails to follow through on instructions, schoolwork, or chores (Example: starts tasks but quickly loses focus and is easily sidetracked)
- Often has difficulty organzing tasks and activities (Examples: messy, disorganized work; poor time management)
- Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to participate in tasks requiring sustained mental effort, like schoolwork or homework
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