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THE THREE TYPES OF ADHD

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Inattentiv­e Inattentiv­e ADHD is what’s usually meant when someone uses the term ADD. This means a person shows enough symptoms of inattentio­n (or easy distractib­ility) but isn’t hyperactiv­e or impulsive.

Hyperactiv­e/impulsive This type occurs when a person has symptoms of hyperactiv­ity and impulsivit­y but not inattentio­n.

Combined Combined ADHD is when a person has symptoms of inattentio­n, hyperactiv­ity and impulsivit­y.

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