Adult attention-deficit disorder

Adult attention deficit disorder (AADD) is the common terminology for the psychiatric condition currently known as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), also known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), when it occurs in adulthood. Although the exact prevalence in adults is unknown, epidemiologic studies thus far reveal that the condition, marked by inattentiveness, difficulty getting work done, procrastination, or organization problems, probably exists in about 2-4% of adults. The condition persists to adulthood in about half of children diagnosed with the disorder.

External links

• National Institute for Mental Health official website
• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIHDS) official website
• ADD Anonymous a fellowship of adults with ADD
• Children and Adults with ADD 20,000 members
• National Attention Deficit Disorder Association
• The Gift of ADD: Thom Hartman's website
• a Yahoo Group for Adults with ADD/ADHD an active online self-help group founded in 1999 with over 750 members
• Yahoo Group - ADHD Bulletin Board
• Adders.org - ADD/ADHD Online Support Group