Oct 6, 2025 · The terms ADD and ADHD describe the same neurotype. "ADD" is an outdated term that once referred to people who struggled with focus but weren't hyperactive.

Dec 9, 2024 · ADD vs ADHD: What sets them apart? Learn the difference between ADHD inattentive, hyperactive/impulsive, and combined type to better understand these conditions.

ADD symptoms include inattention, executive dysfunction, and distractibility, whereas ADHD symptoms include hyperactivity, impulsivity, and recklessness.

In this thought-provoking session, Dr. Gurdeep Parhar uncovers how race, culture, gender, and income level influence who gets seen, who gets sidelined, and how care is provided.

ADHD was officially known as attention deficit disorder (ADD) from 1980 to 1987; prior to the 1980s, it was known as hyperkinetic reaction of childhood. Symptoms similar to those of …

Sep 7, 2025 · ADD and ADHD are terms used for attention-related challenges, but ADD is an older name that focused only on problems with attention. ADHD is the current term and …

Feb 24, 2025 · Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) appear to only differ by one letter in the names of the conditions.

Oct 17, 2023 · Does your child have trouble paying attention? This may be a symptom of attention deficit hyperactive disorder (often called ADHD or ADD). Read more.

Feb 15, 2023 · Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a brain development condition that can cause inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.

Oct 3, 2024 · Diagnosing ADHD is a process with several steps. If you think someone might have ADHD, the first step is to talk with a healthcare provider. How is ADHD diagnosed? Deciding if …