Diagnosing ADHD (Cont.)

Diagnosing ADHD Types

Based on these criteria, 3 types of ADHD are identified:
 
  • ADHD, Combined Type: if both the inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity criteria are met for the past 6 months
  • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type: if the inattention criteria are met but the hyperactivity/impulsivity criteria are not met for the past 6 months
  • ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: if the hyperactivity/impulsivity criteria are met but the inattention criteria are not met for the past 6 months.
     
For more information about diagnosing ADHD, see the eMedTV article ADHD Doctor.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD