This article will attempt to describe Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The different causal factors and diagnosis of this disorder will also be described. Finally, the different treatments available for ADHD will be discussed. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is a psychological condition that usually begins in early childhood and often lasts into adulthood (University of Illinois, n.d.). Have you ever noticed a child who has difficulty concentrating, who cannot sit still, who interrupts others during conversation, or who has acted impulsively without thinking? Most of us can think of a child as having these problems, but for some children these behaviors are uncontrollable and can interfere with their ability to form friendships or their success in school (Bussing & Grohol, n.d.). of symptoms associated with ADHD: inattention and distractibility, hyperactivity, and impulsivity;" however, it is not necessary to have symptoms of all three of these areas to diagnose ADHD (University of Illinois, n.d.). Symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity are more prevalent in males and are more severe in early childhood. Many children with ADHD also experience secondary problems, which may include academic problems and problems with their peers (University of Illinois, n.d.). easily distracted, have difficulty concentrating, become bored easily, have no organizational skills, or simply fail to complete or turn in homework. Children who exhibit symptoms of hyperactivity may have difficulty sitting still and quiet, or they may appear to be constantly “on the move.” C...... middle of paper ......rders/childhood-adhd/Butcher, J., Mineka, S., Hooley, J. (2010). . Retrieved from https://digitalbookshelf.argosy.eduCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). (2013, November 13). Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): facts and statistics. Retrieved from http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/data.htmlNational Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). (n.d.). Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Retrieved from http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder/index.shtml?utm_source=REFERENCES_R7#pub8University of Illinois. (n.d.). A student guide to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Retrieved from http://www.counselingcenter.illinois.edu/self-help-brochures/academic-difficulties/a-student %E2%80%99s-guide-to-attention-deficithyperactivity-disorder-adhd/