ADHD Quiz: How Well Do You Know Attention Deficit Disorder?

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex and confusing neurological condition that is gaining wider and deeper understanding every year. Here, test your knowledge of the latest scientific insights into ADHD.

Children with ADHD will eventually outgrow it.

True

False

Sometimes

None

People with high intelligence don't generally have ADHD.

True

False

None

ADHD is caused by bad parenting.

True

False

None

ADHD is not a very serious disorder.

True

False

None

ADHD is a fairly new disorder.

True

False

None

ADHD mainly affects children, especially boys.

True

False

None

People with ADHD never amount to much.

True

False

None

Hyperactivity is the hallmark symptom of ADHD.

True

False

None

People who can focus really well can't have ADHD.

True

False

None

ADHD is not a real medical disorder.

True

False

None

ADHD is a straightforward problem of difficulty in paying attention.

True

False

None

ADHD is caused by sugar, food additives, and food allergies.

True

False

We don't yet know

None

Children who are said to have ADHD are often just active, energetic kids.

True

False

None

Being given special accommodations because of ADHD is an unfair advantage.

True

False

None

ADHD symptoms can be improved through better diet and nutrition.

True

False

Sometimes

None

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