October Is National Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Awareness Month. Anyone can have difficulty sitting still, paying attention or controlling impulsive behavior occasionally. But for some people, these challenges are so pervasive and persistent they interfere with home life, academic performance, social interactions and work performance. Recent estimates indicate ADHD is…
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