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Children with biological prefrontal cortex neurological disorders, predominantly ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder), have demonstrated a significantly higher risk for developing obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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Symptoms of ADHD:
Predominantly inattentive type symptoms may include:
* Be easily distracted, miss details, forget things, and frequently switch from one activity to another (tenho)
* Have difficulty focusing on one thing (tenho)
* Become bored with a task after only a few minutes, unless they are doing something enjoyable (tenho)
* Have difficulty focusing attention on organizing and completing a task or learning something new (tenho)
* Have trouble completing or turning in homework assignments, often losing things (e.g., pencils, assignments) needed to complete tasks or activities (tenho)
* Not seem to listen when spoken to
* Daydream, become easily confused, and move slowly (tenho)
* Have difficulty processing information as quickly and accurately as others (tenho)
* Struggle to follow instructions. (tenho)
Predominantly hyperactive-impulsive type symptoms may include:
* Fidget and squirm in their seats (tenho)
* Talk nonstop (tenho)
* Dash around, touching or playing with anything and everything in sight (tenho)
* Have trouble sitting still during meals or classes (tenho)
* Be constantly in motion
* Have difficulty doing quiet tasks or activities.
and also these manifestations primarily of impulsivity:
* Be very impatient (tenho)
* Blurt out inappropriate comments, show their emotions without restraint, and act without regard for consequences (tenho)
* Have difficulty waiting for things they want or waiting their turns in games (tenho)
Most people exhibit some of these behaviors, but not to the degree where such behaviors significantly interfere with a person's work, relationships, or studies. The core impairments are consistent even in different cultural contexts.
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