attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
noun
a condition, usually in children, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness.
Origin of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
First recorded in 1985–90
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British Dictionary definitions for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
noun
a form of attention deficit disorder in which hyperactivity is a prominent symptom
Abbreviation: ADHD
Scientific definitions for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
A syndrome of disordered behavior, usually diagnosed in childhood, characterized by a persistent pattern of impulsiveness, inattentiveness, and sometimes hyperactivity that interferes with academic, occupational, or social performance. Also called attention deficit disorder