Do you ever wonder if you might have ADHD? (I certainly have my moments.) Or do you suspect that someone you know might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? About 5 percent of adults are believed to have this disorder, which is marked by impulsiveness, inattention, and poor self-regulation. Children with the condition tend to be hyperactive, but adults who have it often just seem distracted and disorganized. Only about 10 percent of adults with the disorder have been diagnosed.
If you’re curious about the disorder and how to get diagnosed, read my story Watching for Speed Bumps on the Way to an ADHD Diagnosis, in the New York Times.