- Inattention:
- Difficulty paying attention to details and tasks for any length of time.
- Forgetfulness, especially with complex tasks.
- Hyperactivity:
- Restlessness or fidgeting.
- Difficulty staying seated, needing to move around or run about.
- Impulsivity:
- Risky situations such as running away, climbing and/or jumping off objects
- Interrupting others during conversations.
- Unable to wait in turn.
Having ADHD doesn’t mean you’re less intelligent or capable. It means the attention centres in your brain works a little differently, many people find this is beneficial in some situations but can be problematic as well. Understanding your strengths and challenges can help you make your ADHD work for you.