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Meaning of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C2

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A developmental disorder in which a person has difficulty to concentrate and a persistent pattern of impulsiveness and inattention, with or without a component of hyperactivity.

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Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is associated with a shorter life expectancy and a greater risk of mental health issues, according to a new study of more than 30,000 people with the disorder in the United Kingdom.”

CEFR level

C2
Mastery
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