or a clinical diagnosis of ADHD to be valid. Under the category of inattention, the APA (1994) lists failure to pay close attention to details, difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or activities, the appearance of not listening when spoken to, failure to follow through on instructions or finish tasks, difficulty organizing tasks and activities, avoidance or dislike of tasks requiring sustained mental effort, being easily distracted, and forgetfulness in daily activities.
Fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat.
Does not remain seated when expected.
Runs/climbs excessively when inappropriate.
Talks excessively (Ford-Martin, 1999).
Impulsivity can be manifested as blurting out answers before questions are completed, difficulty in waiting for a turn, and a te
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