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As people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) mature, they often experience a gradual decline in their symptoms, although around two-thirds of cases continue to experience significant symptoms that impair functioning into their adult years. Findings from clinical studies indicate that impulsivity and hyperactivity tend to lessen as patients reach adulthood and problems associated with poor time management and organization become more common. Nevertheless, in some cases, persisting hyperactivity and impulsive behavior can be severe.
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UKAAN. (2013). Psychological Treatments. In: Handbook for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults. Springer Healthcare, Tarporley. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-908517-79-1_8
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