Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be categorised into 2 main types of behaviour categories however, it is also very common for those with ADHD to have symptoms from both categories.
The two categories are:
– Inattentiveness (usual symptoms include getting distracted and/or having poor concentration and organizational skills).
– Hyperactivity and impulsiveness (usual symptoms include fidgeting, talking, difficulty staying on task, interrupting and taking risks).
However, it is common for two people to experience the same symptoms in different ways. For example, these behaviours are often different in boys and girls. Boys may be seen as more hyperactive, and girls may be quietly inattentive.