3 in 100 adluts have ADHD

(China Daily)
Updated: 2009-07-22 11:49

Adults can also suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a malady chiefly associated with children, the Association of German Neurologists (BVDN) says.

It says that adults with ADHD are easily distracted, forgetful and have difficulty organizing themselves. Further symptoms are outbursts of rage and socially inappropriate behavior. It is estimated that 3 to 4 percent of all adults have ADHD.

Possible concomitant illnesses include anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorders, according to the BVDN. It says individual psychotherapy could improve an affected person's work behavior and self-organization.

A regular daily routine and working on things in turn could be helpful, as could multi-tasking while listening to music.