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Attention Deficit Disorder

Term:
Attention Deficit Disorder

Description:
Syndrome, affecting mostly males, characterized by learning and behavorial problems. These include short attention span, impulsivity, hyperactivity, and impairments in perceptual, language and motor skills. The cause is unknown; originally thought to just affect children, an adult form is now recognized.

Symptoms:
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Treatment:
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