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Learn all about ADHD symptoms in both kids and adults. Find out about the different types of ADHD and specific warnings signs of when to call a doctor about ADHD.

Symptoms

Discover the symptoms of ADHD/ADD and how they can change over time, depending on the person’s age.

WebMD’s ADHD Health Check can help you determine if you or a loved one might have ADHD or if your ADHD symptoms are well controlled.

Types

Learn about the different types of ADHD and how one researcher is using brain scans to categorize ADHD.

Warning Signs

Learn some important rules on when to call the doctor for ADHD symptoms and behaviors.

Discover the link between ADHD and substance abuse and why alcohol and drug problems may be more common in teens and adults with ADHD. 

webMD Video

Show or hide information about video: ADHD Brain Scans   ADHD Brain Scans

Using brain scans, researchers have discovered which part of the brain is most likely affected by ADHD.

Watch Video: ADHD Brain Scans (opens in a new window)

Show or hide information about video: How Sleep Aids Your Memory   How Sleep Aids Your Memory

Show or hide information about video: Too Scared: Tale of Social Anxiety Disorder   Too Scared: Tale of Social Anxiety Disorder

Show or hide information about video: Drug-Free for ADHD   Drug-Free for ADHD

Show or hide information about video: New Program for Kids with ADD   New Program for Kids with ADD