Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder: Persistence in adulthood

Abstract

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by problematic levels of inattention, disorganization, and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity. It affects various fields of the patient's life such as behavior and their social and academic development. ADHD has a multifactorial etiology, with genetic, environmental, and socioeconomic implications, among others. It is mainly diagnosed in children; however, it can remain until adulthood or be diagnosed until adulthood because it went unnoticed during childhood. There is the possibility that the symptoms are compensated upon reaching adulthood and do not cause difficulties, but when there are environmental alterations or comorbidities, they may be evident, mainly when they face school, work or social stress due to the workloads required by the university or work.