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Can you please explain why scientists insist on using the term adhd for people that are not hyperactive?
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ADD: I am not aware that they do.Add is the term for this condition without being hyperactive.
Answered 7/1/2013
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Haven't go a clue: It makes no sense to me to use the term ADHD when only 25% of the children are hyperactive. The term has changed over the years based on the diagnostic and Stastical manuel for mental health professionals has been revised. I much prefer ADD and would add an H to the end for hyperactive children. That was the Term used several years ago.
Answered 4/17/2015
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