Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
noun
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Definitions
Noun
- 1 A developmental disorder in which a person has difficulty to concentrate and a persistent pattern of impulsiveness and inattention, with or without a component of hyperactivity. uncountable
"Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is associated with a shorter life expectancy and a greater risk of mental health issues, according to a new study of more than 30,000 people with the disorder in the United Kingdom."
- 2 a condition characterized by hyperactivity, impulsivity, and emotional dysregulation wordnet
Example
More examples"Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is associated with a shorter life expectancy and a greater risk of mental health issues, according to a new study of more than 30,000 people with the disorder in the United Kingdom."