Symptoms of ADHD can usually be treated effectively with medication, therapy, or a combination of the two.
More than half of children diagnosed with ADHD continue to have symptoms during adolescence and adulthood, though many find that their symptoms lessen in severity as they age. In youth populations, boys are diagnosed twice as often as girls.
According to the CDC, more than 9 percent of school-age children were diagnosed with ADHD in 2016 the prevalence in adults is estimated to be between 2 and 6 percent. Teens with ADHD may not do well in school, even when they have normal or above-average intelligence, or may struggle to navigate the more complex peer relationships that are a hallmark of adolescence.ĪDHD typically appears early in life per the DSM-5 definition, teens should show symptoms before age 12 in order to qualify for a diagnosis. Hyperactivity symptoms can include being fidgety, restless, and talking or interrupting others excessively teens may also struggle to manage impulsive or reckless behavior. In teenagers, symptoms related to inattention can include problems maintaining attention on school or homework, frequently losing important possessions, and struggling to organize or complete multi-step tasks. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a neurobehavioral disorder characterized by a combination of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior.
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