Question
ADD and ADHD are the same condition? True False
Answer
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Lyla
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Answer
False
Explanation
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) are formerly used terms referring to challenges with maintaining attention and hyperactivity/impulsivity respectively. Today, however, ADD is typically included under the umbrella term of ADHD, which now encompasses the three previously separate subtypes: Predominantly Inattentive, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive, and Combined Presentation. Thus, saying "ADD" and "ADHD" are two completely distinct conditions is incorrect. Instead, ADD is now considered a subtype of ADHD.