Symptoms of ADHD are commonly divided into two groups based on its subtypes
There are three subtypes of ADHD:
The first one is the Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive subtype:
This subtype mainly includes hyperactive or impulsive symptoms, few or no inattentive symptoms. It is the least common type of ADHD in children. Children with this subtype of ADHD often have a high amount of physical energy.
How would you determine if your child is under the Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive subtype?
>Your child seems restless like often acts as if driven by a motor
>They get injured easily …show more content…
>They often excessively run about or climb when and where it is not appropriate.
The second subtype of ADHD is the Predominantly Inattentive subtype.
The predominantly inattentive type commonly has trouble paying attention or focus.
How would you determine if your child is under the predominantly inattentive subtype?
>They tend to get distracted easily
>They have difficulty focusing on tasks
>They are always daydreaming and are often shy or withdrawn
>Always misses important details
>They have difficulty understanding information and following instructions
>They have trouble learning and organizing tasks and activities
>They cannot avoid making careless mistakes
>May have trouble paying attention
>They get bored quickly
>May trouble getting organized
>They seem to be forgetful in daily activities
> They do not seem to listen when spoken to directly
>They often daydream and are shy or withdrawn
> Blurts out answers before questions have been