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ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) is a condition that affects a person’s behavior. If you have ADHD you can seem restless, may have trouble concentrating, and may act on impulse.
Example of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Being easily distracted, forgetful, making careless mistakes in schoolwork, losing things,
- Having trouble focusing,
- Having difficulty following instructions.
- Excessive talking,
- Having trouble taking turns
- Interrupting others,
- Finding it hard to sit still.
What causes attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
The exact cause of ADHD is unknown,
What can I do to manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
You can do the following to help you manage attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Learn and read about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
- Stay away from drugs and alcohol
- Replace anxious thoughts with positive ones
- Learn how to relax
- Eat healthily and exercise
- Identify your triggers and try avoiding them
- Talk to a trusted friend, adult, or family
- Seek help from a professional counselor
- Do something fun or nice for yourself
- Spend time with people who make you feel safe and good about yourself
- Get enough sleep
- Don’t blame yourself.
If you're worried about your attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, it's important to seek help as soon as possible.
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