Mrs.
Reena Tripathi
AnxietyDepressionStress
16+ years experience
New Delhi , Delhi
Condition Guide
ADHD (Adult & Child)
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Overview
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity that can affect school, work, relationships, and everyday routines. A qualified clinician assesses the full pattern, including whether symptoms began in childhood, occur in more than one setting, and cause meaningful difficulty. Trouble concentrating alone does not confirm ADHD: sleep problems, stress, anxiety, depression, learning differences, and physical health conditions can look similar. Children may seem restless or have trouble following routines; adults may notice disorganisation, missed deadlines, impulsive decisions, or chronic overwhelm.
Important medical informationThe signs on this page can have different causes. Only a qualified health professional can assess or diagnose you. Do not start, stop, or change prescribed treatment based on this guide.
How Therapy Helps
Therapy can support daily functioning alongside a proper assessment and, when appropriate, medical care. Sessions may use behavioural strategies, CBT-informed skills, practical planning, and family or school support to break tasks into manageable steps and build routines that fit the person. A therapist does not prescribe medication; a qualified prescriber should assess medication options, benefits, and risks. For children, effective care often includes parents, caregivers, and school-based supports with the family’s consent.
Common Signs & Symptoms
You might be experiencing one or more of these symptoms:
Difficulty starting tasks, finishing them, or deciding what to do first
Losing track of time, missing deadlines, or underestimating how long things take
Forgetting appointments, instructions, belongings, or important daily steps
Feeling restless, impatient, mentally "busy," or unable to fully switch off
Impulsive spending, interrupting, risky choices, or quick emotional reactions
Cycles of procrastination, last-minute pressure, guilt, and self-criticism
About this guide
Published by the TherapyHelps editorial teamLast updated: This guide provides educational information and does not replace an individual diagnosis or emergency care.Urgent support: If you or someone else is in immediate danger, at risk of self-harm, or experiencing a medical emergency, call 112 in India or go to the nearest emergency department. Do not rely on TherapyHelps as your only source of urgent help.
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