In both children and adults.
Adult ADD
Most adults who seek evaluation for possible ADD/ADHD have experienced significant problems in one or (usually) more aspects of their personal lives. Some common aspects of life affected by their condition include:
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Inability to keep and maintain a steady job. Inconsistant or poor job performance. A history of underachievment in their job/career.
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Inability to keep or maintain healthy relationships, often due to emotional volitility.
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Inability to manage day-to-day responsibilities, such as paying bills, finishing household chores, etc.
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Chronic stress and worry due to a failure to achieve goals or meet responsibilities.
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Chronic feelings of guilt or frustration.