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DSM-IV-TR ADHD
DSM-IV-TR ADHD
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05/03/2010

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Term
ADHD Criteria
Definition

 

A. Either (1) or (2):

 

 

 

 

(1) inattention:

6 (or more) for least 6 months

 

 

(2) hyperactivity-impulsivity:

6 (or more) for at least 6 months

Term


inattention:

6 (or more)

of the following

for at least 6 months

to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level:

Definition

 

a) often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities 

(b) often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities 

(c) often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly 

 

Term

(d) often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish school work, chores, or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions) 

(e) often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities 

(f) often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort (such as schoolwork or homework) 

Definition

 

(g) often loses things necessary for tasks or activities (e.g., toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools) 

(h) is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli 

(i) is often forgetful in daily activities 

 

Term

(2) hyperactivity-impulsivity:

 

 

6 (or more)

of the following

for at least 6 months

 to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level: 

Definition

(a) often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat 

 

(b) often leaves seat in classroom or in other situations in which remaining seated is expected 

(c) often runs about or climbs excessively in situations in which it is inappropriate (in adolescents or adults, may be limited to subjective feelings of restlessness) 

Term

 

(d) often has difficulty playing or engaging in leisure activities quietly 

 

(e) is often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor" 


(f) often talks excessively

Definition

OR

 

Impulsivity


(g) often blurts out answers before questions have been completed 


(h) often has difficulty awaiting turn 

(i) often interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games) 

 

Term

B. symptoms present before age 7 years. 

C. impairment in two or more settings (e.g., at school [or work] and at home). 

D. significant impairment in social, academic, or occupational functioning. 

E. not another disorder

Definition

Code based on type: 

314.01 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Combined Type:

314.00 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type

314.01 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder,

Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type:

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