Question
Which of the following are exhibited by an individual when diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
Multiple select question.
impulsivity
hyperactivity
inattention
panic attacks
Multiple select question.
impulsivity
hyperactivity
inattention
panic attacks
Answers
GPT-4o mini
Individuals diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) typically exhibit the following symptoms:
- **Impulsivity**: This includes difficulty waiting for their turn, blurting out answers, or interrupting others.
- **Hyperactivity**: This symptom involves excessive movement, fidgeting, or being unable to stay seated in situations where it is expected to do so.
- **Inattention**: This includes difficulty focusing, making careless mistakes, losing things, and being easily distracted.
**Panic attacks** are not a characteristic symptom of ADHD, though individuals with ADHD may experience anxiety or panic attacks as a comorbid condition.
So, the correct selections are **impulsivity**, **hyperactivity**, and **inattention**.
- **Impulsivity**: This includes difficulty waiting for their turn, blurting out answers, or interrupting others.
- **Hyperactivity**: This symptom involves excessive movement, fidgeting, or being unable to stay seated in situations where it is expected to do so.
- **Inattention**: This includes difficulty focusing, making careless mistakes, losing things, and being easily distracted.
**Panic attacks** are not a characteristic symptom of ADHD, though individuals with ADHD may experience anxiety or panic attacks as a comorbid condition.
So, the correct selections are **impulsivity**, **hyperactivity**, and **inattention**.