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Please explain what are the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?
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Dr. Donald Gieckanswered
Clinical Psychology 15 years experience
Symptom overview: Obsession = recurring unwanted obsessions/thoughts; Compulsion = recurring, ritualized actions an individual may feel compelled to perform (counting, checking behavior). Compulsive behavior is often not connected to obsessive thoughts.
ADHD: Chronic inability to pay attention/sustain focus in multiple settings and impulsive, hyperactive behavior, inability to stay still or remain quiet.
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Last updated Jun 28, 2016
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