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Types of Attention Deficit Disorder

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are not the same. ADHD actually falls under the "umbrella" of ADD, which can be broken down into three categories:

  • ADD Inattentive Type -- One aspect of inattentiveness includes the lack of concentration and focus on a specific task. This inability to concentrate may not be evident until the child enrolls in grade school, a place that offers an intellectual challenge. This group is not categorized as ADHD because there is no indication of hyperactivity. The child exhibits poor organizational skills and has trouble completing tasks, paying attention to details, taking orders, and following conversations. This type of child can easily become sidetracked, and details related to their daily routine often slip their mind.
  • ADD Hyperactive/Impulsive Type -- Children that have hyperactive and impulsive tendencies are typically very rambunctious, have great difficulty sitting still, and can be impossible to control at times. They are very active mentally and physically, often acting before taking the time to think about what they are doing. This group is categorized as ADHD because hyperactivity is present. The child can't stay still long enough to finish a meal or complete a homework assignment and doesn't stop talking. Due to a tendency to want to horseplay, younger children may always be running, jumping, and climbing on whatever they can get their hands on. Attempting to fill a void of inactivity, the child is may demonstrate restlessness and impulsivity. These impulses may result in interruptions, snatching objects from others, or speaking out of turn. Children like this cannot focus on directions, and they may be involved in more harmful accidents than other due to this lack of attention.
  • ADD Combined Type -- The most severe diagnosis of ADD, this one is characterized by a conglomeration of symptoms from the previous two. It is also the form of ADD that is most frequently diagnosed among children. A child exhibiting greater than six ADD Combined Type symptoms should undergo a comprehensive exam. This group is also categorized as ADHD due to the existence of hyperactivity.

If you have a child that has been diagnosed with a form of ADD, you could be eligible for benefits. Do not hesitate to get in touch with a Florida social security disability attorney to discover where you stand.