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Adult Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - Glossary

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Mar 15, 2018


Glossary

Hyperactivity: A type of behaviour characterised by excessive physical activity, sometimes associated with neurological or psychological causes.

Collateral informant: A person (friend or family member) who is closely associated with and knows the patient well.


Mood lability: Frequent, exaggerated changes in mood that involve strong emotions.

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