Top 10 symptoms of ADHD in adults and treatment

The American Psychiatric Association states, 2.5% of adults are affected by ADHD.

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8.4% of children are influenced by ADHD, according to APA.

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Adult people with ADHD have to face many problems like relationship issues and difficulty in concentration.

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The 5th edition of DSM (DSM-5) identifies three ADHD types-

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Here are 10 symptoms of ADHD in adults

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Treatment for ADHD in adults

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