What are the signs of inattention in ADHD?

Signs of inattention include being easily distracted, trouble staying focused, difficulty finishing assignments, making careless mistakes, struggling to keep tidy and organized, arriving late to activities, having a disorganized routine, forgetting to do chores/assignments/tasks even when reminded, and frequently misplacing items such as glasses, phone, or homework.

What are the signs of hyperactivity and impulsivity in ADHD?

Signs of hyperactivity and impulsivity include interrupting conversations, difficulty taking turns, impatience, and struggling to play quietly.

How it Works

ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Ongoing pattern of inattention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that affects many areas of life including school, work, home, relationships, and daily functioning.

2 subtypes:
Inattention & Hyperactivity/Impulsivity

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Inattention

Difficulty Paying Attention

Easily distracted, trouble staying focused, finishing assignments, making careless mistakes.

Disorganization

Struggle to keep tidy and organized. Arriving late to school & other activities. Disorganized routine.

Forgetfulness

Forget to do chores/assignments/tasks, even when reminded multiple times. Frequently misplace items such as glasses, phone, homework.

Forgetfulness

Forget to do chores/assignments/tasks, even when reminded multiple times. Frequently misplace items such as glasses, phone, homework.

Talking Excessively

Interrupt conversations, difficulty taking turns, impatient, struggle to play quietly.

Impulsivity

Act out without thinking about the consequences. Might make impulsive decisions, such as hitting a peer when feeling frustrated at them.

Difficulty Paying Attention

Easily distracted, trouble staying focused, finishing assignments, making careless mistakes.

Disorganization

Struggle to keep tidy and organized. Arriving late to school & other activities. Disorganized routine.

Forgetfulness

Forget to do chores/assignments/tasks, even when reminded multiple times. Frequently misplace items such as glasses, phone, homework.

Forgetfulness

Forget to do chores/assignments/tasks, even when reminded multiple times. Frequently misplace items such as glasses, phone, homework.

Mindfulness and Inattention

Practicing mindfulness can be an effective way to combat inattention. Mindfulness techniques help individuals become more aware.

Warning Signs

Academic and Work Issues
Performance in school or work is impacted due to difficulty focusing and completing tasks.

Social Difficulties
Struggle in social settings due to inattention/hyperactivity.

Emotional Challenges
Quick mood swings, emotional outbursts, difficulty managing frustration & impatience (may be impacting family/friend relationships)

Memory Problems
Frequently forgetting important dates, appointments, and tasks; misplacing items and spending a lot of time searching for them

ADHD

Inattention

Hyperactive /Impulsivity

Warning Signs