Children are also impulsive . They may call out frequently in class, and often are unable to wait for their turn in an activity. These children often are underachievers at school, tend to be disruptive and to have difficulty relating to peers. This form of the disorder can persist into adolescence and adulthood. Combined type A combination of both inattention and hyper activity.
ADD is diagnosed usually when child is in Primary school.
ADD is the most common cause of childhood referrals to mental health agencies, and is more prevalent in boys than girls. However, there is concern about relapse and side effects. Cognitive-behavioural techniques have successfully reduced levels of problem behaviour and ratings of hyperactivity. As a consequence, social development can be extremely deficient. There are also different forms of communication deficits.