General · 13 March 2026
ADHD: Why symptoms often shift as kids grow
Understanding a child's Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) category helps families better support their brain development. Developmental pediatrician Carrie Cuffman, MD, explains diagnoses separate ADHD into three distinct forms: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive, and combined presentation. This combined category is most frequent among school-age children, but symptoms often shift as kids get older.
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