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Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)Read the Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) article » What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most well-recognized childhood developmental problems. This condition is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. It is now known that these symptoms continue into adulthood for about 60% of children with ADHD. That translates into 4% of the US adult population, or 8 million adults. However, few adults are identified or treated for adult ADHD.
ADHD in AdultsAdults with ADHD may have difficulty following directions, remembering information, concentrating, organizing tasks or completing work within time limits. If these difficulties are not managed appropriately, they can cause associated behavioral, emotional, social, vocational and academic problems.
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Common Behaviors and Problems of Adult ADHDThe following behaviors and problems may stem directly from ADHD or may be the result of related adjustment difficulties:
Read the Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) article » Recommended Reading Related to Adult ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)What is job stress?Job stress can be defined as the harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of the job do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker. Job stress can lead to poor health and even injury. The concept of job stress is often confused with challenge, but these concepts are not the same. Challenge energizes us psychologically and physically, and it motivates us to learn new skills and master our jobs. When a challenge is met, we feel relaxed and satisfied. Thus, challenge is an important ingredient for healthy and productive work. The importance of challenge in our work lives is probably what people are referring to when they say "a little bit of stress is good for you." When the challenge has turned into job demands that cannot be met, relaxation has turned to exhaustion, and a sense of satisfaction has turned into feelings of stress, the sate is set for illness, injury and job failur... Other Related ADHD in Adults ArticlesEmergency Contact for Middletown
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Depression
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