"ADHD is often characterized as having two, or in some cases three, big families of symptoms: Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. A new qualitative study confirms what research has been showing for years: More categories of symptoms can define ADHD, and not all of them are in the DSM."
"Disorganisation is about struggling to do things in order, or to keep things in order. In children, this could manifest as lost homework, or poorly-kept notes. In adults, this could be a difficulty keeping a tidy home, losing things easily, or struggling to plan."
"Forgetfulness is broader in individuals with ADHD. It could include difficulty keeping track of appointments, struggling to recall recent - or remote - events, retaining information, or remembering people's names during a conversation."
ADHD symptoms can be categorized into nine distinct areas, including inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, which are recognized in the DSM. However, six additional categories, such as disorganization and forgetfulness, are either inadequately represented or entirely absent from the diagnostic criteria. Disorganization affects individuals' ability to maintain order in their lives, while forgetfulness extends beyond daily tasks to include challenges in memory retention and recall. Expanding diagnostic criteria to include these lived experiences may lead to improved interventions for those with ADHD.
Read at Psychology Today
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