Over 8 million adults are believed to have Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Adults with ADHD typically have a long history of inattention and a lack of focus. They often experience difficulty managing relationships, raising kids and handling finances.
The following behaviors and problems may stem directly from ADHD or may be the result of related adjustment difficulties:
- Chronic tardiness and forgetfulness
- Employment problems
- Difficulty controlling anger
- Substance abuse or addiction
- Poor organization skills
- Low frustration tolerance
- Chronic boredom
- Difficulty concentrating when reading
- Mood swings
- Relationship problems
Finding the most effective ADHD treatment is crucial to managing symptoms and may diminish work-, social- and relationship-related functional impairments. Usually, it will not only improve your quality of life, those closest to you will benefit as well!