Research Notes on Differences between ADHD, ADD, and SED
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was previously known as attention deficit disorder in the 1980's. The addition of “hyperactive” word was brought by further study and analysis of the condition. While serious emotional disturbance (SED) may have symptoms similar to ADHD such as short attention span and some learning disabilites. SED may also be diagnose together with ADHD.
Top Resources on Differences between ADHD, ADD, and SED
- MedicineNet: Is there a difference between ADHD and ADD?
- ADHD: The Difference Between ADHD and Adult ADD
- suite101: ADD or ADHD? | The Big Three of ADD and ADHD
- Wikipedia: Additional SED Diagnoses
- National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities: Emotional Disturbance
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