Re: Quiet ADD definitions from MIKE - my response!!!

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> AD/HD predominately inattentive type: (AD/HD-I)5

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> a.. Fails to give close attention to details or makes careless

mistakes.

> b.. Has difficulty sustaining attention.

> c.. Does not appear to listen.

> d.. Struggles to follow through on instructions.

> e.. Has difficulty with organization.

> f.. Avoids or dislikes tasks requiring sustained mental effort.

> g.. Loses things.

> h.. Is easily distracted.

> i.. Is forgetful in daily activities.

> AD/HD predominately hyperactive-impulsive type: (AD/HD-HI)5

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> a.. Fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in chair.

> b.. Has difficulty remaining seated.

> c.. Runs about or climbs excessively.

> d.. Difficulty engaging in activities quietly.

> e.. Acts as if driven by a motor.

> f.. Talks excessively.

> g.. Blurts out answers before questions have been completed.

> h.. Difficulty waiting or taking turns.

> i.. Interrupts or intrudes upon others.

> AD/HD combined type: (AD/HD-C)5

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> a.. Individual meets both sets of inattention and

hyperactive/impulsive criteria.

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Well, I think this answers it - Mike is ADHD! Thanks for posting

that, Bonnie, and letting me know there were other types.

Oh, and making plans?? You're ON, girlfriend!

Love Lana