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While attention deficit hyperactivity disorder statistics show that the numbers of diagnosed cases are up, they also show some disturbing trends. Children diagnosed with ADHD are more likely to also be diagnosed with another form of learning disability and the likelihood of both diagnoses goes up as children get older. Children 12-17 years of age are more likely to be diagnosed with both than children 11 and under.
Because the main symptoms of ADHD, including lack of concentration, hyperactivity, distractibility, impulsiveness and physical twitching often mimic those of other disorders, it can be tough to diagnose. The symptoms can also be mistaken for ordinary childhood rebellion and easily overlooked. Much debate has risen on both sides of this issue, with some medical professionals feeling that ADHD is not diagnosed enough while others feel it is over diagnosed.
What we do know for sure is that when ADHD does strike, it can make even the most common daily routines nearly impossible for the affected child to tolerate. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder statistics show us that children respond differently to treatment depending on their geographical location, ethnic heritage and gender. These differences have led to debate over which forms of treatment are the most successful