Signs and symptoms in children and young people include inattentiveness, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The main symptoms of inattentiveness are: – A short attention span, or being easily distracted – Careless mistakes – for example, in schoolwork – Forgetting or losing things – Changing activity or task frequently – Difficulty sticking to tasks that feel tedious or time consuming – Difficulty listening well to or carry out instructions – Difficulty organising tasks
A young East Asian boy uses a laptop with headphones. He is smiling and at home.
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