Preparing for ADHD Awareness Month

Hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity characterize attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD. The World Health Organization estimates that ADHD 5-8% of children worldwide. The neurological disorder mostly affects boys and generally lasts into adulthood.

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About the Author

Cyrenna Cooper

Cyrenna Cooper is the Web Communications Specialist for BrainFacts.org. She graduated from George Mason University in 2017 with a degree in Communications.