ADHD Vs. ADD: Understanding The Difference

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and attention deficit disorder (ADD) are a prevalent concern for people all over the world, affecting the learning and activity of one out of every ten children. An estimated 6.4 million children are diagnosed with ADHD or ADD in the United States alone. People with ADD or ADHD often get distracted easily and fidget, but telling the difference between the disorders can be quite tricky. Often ADD and ADHD are mistaken for each other, or the names are used interchangeably.