This article is part 3 of a 5-part series on modern perspectives on ADHD. Part 2, "What is ADHD, Really?" is available here.

Figure 1: The history of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Figure 2: The age-dependent decline and persistence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder ...

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is typically described by the problems it presents. It is known as a neurological disorder, marked by distractibility ...

What Happens to ADHD and Its Symptoms With Age? People can find out they have ADHD at any age, but it’s most often diagnosed in kids around age 6. Experts – and many parents – used to think that ADHD ...

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition. People are born with it and have it throughout their lives. It cannot be cured, but it can be managed. ADHD can have significant effects on adult life. For ...