“hyperactivity disorder”

We have one entry that includes the term hyperactivity disorder.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

noun

: a developmental disorder that is marked especially by persistent symptoms of inattention (such as distractibility, forgetfulness, or disorganization) or by symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity (such as fidgeting, speaking out of turn, or restlessness) or by symptoms of all three and that is not caused by any serious underlying physical or mental disorder abbreviation ADHD


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