Attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder, or ADHD, is a condition
characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, impulsiveness, or a
combination. About 60 percent of children with ADHD in the
United States become adults with ADHD; that’s about 4 percent of
the adult population, or 8 million adults. Less than 20 percent
of adults with ADHD have been diagnosed or treated, and only
about one-quarter of those adults seek help. Thought to be
biological and most often genetic, ADHD takes place very early
in brain development. Adults with ADHD may exhibit the same
symptoms they had as children, and although hyperactivity often
diminishes by adulthood, inattentiveness and impulsivity may
persist. ADHD symptoms often include an inability to focus,
disorganization, and restlessness. Adults with ADHD may have a
hard time organizing things, listening to instructions,
remembering details, or difficulty completing tasks, which can
affect their relationships at home, school, and work. People who
have ADHD may exhibit different