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How ADHD Affects LearningWhat is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? And what does it have to do with learning disabilities? First of all, ADHD is not the same thing as a learning disability (LD). But it certainly can interfere with learning and behavior. Also, about one-third of people with LD have ADHD, too. This can cause a lot of confusion for parents, teachers and children.

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Do Boys and Girls Show the Same ADHD Symptoms?Girls and boys tend to display different ADHD symptoms. You could say that boys with ADHD frequently stand out more in the crowd than their female peers. In addition to having trouble paying attention and being easily distracted, boys with attention-deficit issues are often more likely to act out in school.

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What’s the Difference Between ADD and ADHD?Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are both brain-based conditions that affect people’s ability to stay focused on things like schoolwork, social interactions and everyday activities such as brushing teeth and getting dressed. The biggest difference is that kids with ADHD are hyperactive—they can’t sit still and are so restless that teachers quickly notice their rambunctious behavior and begin to suspect there might be attention issues involved. Kids with ADD might fly under the radar a bit longer because they aren’t bursting with energy and disrupting the classroom. Instead, they often appear shy, daydreamy, or off in their own world.

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Myths and Misconceptions About ADHD: Science Over CynicismPublic perceptions of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are replete with myths, misconceptions, and misinformation about the nature, course and treatment of the disorder.

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