Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a chronic condition that affects a person’s level of hyperactivity and impulse control. Adults can be diagnosed with ADHD, though symptoms typically emerge when they are children.
When symptoms are left untreated, they can cause problems for adults at work and school and in relationships.
Sixty percent of children who have ADHD will experience the disorder as adults. In the United States, that’s roughly 8 million adults. However, less than 20% of those adults will be diagnosed and treated.1 Signs
of ADHD in adults can sometimes be more difficult to spot than in children. They might be less hyperactive than a child with the diagnosis, but deep down they are struggling with paying attention, staying on task, and warding
off impulsive behaviors. Many adults might not realize that forgetting plans, prioritizing their to-do list, and feeling impatient and moody might be signs of a treatable condition.
Adult ADHD Symptoms
- Trouble focusing on a task
- Feelings of restlessness
- Organization problems
- Feeling easily frustrated
- Impulsive decision-making
- Experiencing mood swings
