What is ADD/ADHD?

ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are names given to a variety of characteristics that can include one or more of the following:

• Easily distracted
• Tendency to excessive daydreaming
• Impulsive - acts without thinking
• Hyperactive
• Behavioural issues
• Difficulty making/keeping friends
• Lack of awareness/knowledge of time
• Difficulty understanding instructions
• Difficulty with personal organisation, and/or finishing things

On the positive side, people with ADD or ADHD are often naturally inquisitive; they are great at multi-tasking; they can be quick-witted, visionary, and good lateral thinkers. These characteristics can be powerful assets in many walks of life if the negative aspects are dealt to.