Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how your brain manages attention, organization, and impulse control.
This condition affects a set of mental skills known as executive functioning. These skills help you plan, prioritize, and manage time, stay organized, and regulate your emotions.
While ADHD is often associated with children and commonly diagnosed in childhood, it can persist well into adulthood. In many cases, people do not receive a diagnosis until they are teenagers or adults.
The three types of ADHD:
ADHD, combined. This is the most common type. A child with this type is impulsive and hyperactive. They also have trouble paying attention and are easily distracted.
ADHD, impulsive/hyperactive. This is the least common type of ADHD. A child with this type is impulsive and hyperactive. But they don't have trouble paying attention.
ADHD, inattentive and distractible. A child with this type is mostly inattentive and easily distracted.