The individual s perception of his or her degree of impairment can vary. Depending on occupation or domestic situation, the adult may need to deal with higher-level issues that involve executive function. There is some evidence that the incidence of comorbidity is somewhat higher in adults than in children. However, many of the studies looking at the issue of comorbidity are difficult to compare. Adult attention deficit disorder seems to be related to earlier onset of substance abuse, a longer period of active abuse, and a lower rate of recovery.
Conduct Disorder is a persistent pattern of violating rules, laws and the rights of others.
This is a personality style characterized by a tendency to violate the rights of others, to flout societal rules, and to lack remorse for misdeeds. An impulsive individual might be more likely to get caught than one who plans his criminal activity more carefully. Learning Disabilities are present in Adults as well as children. Often they are less evident when an individual leaves school and finds a career that matches his or her strengths and weaknesses. However, some individuals continue to experience the effects of learning disabilities in college and at work.