ICD-11 · 6A05

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Characterized by difficulties sustaining attention, controlling impulses, or remaining still, affecting functioning at school, at work, and in relationships. Symptoms emerge in childhood and are evident across multiple life situations. They may manifest as constant distractibility, forgetting obligations, interrupting others, or inability to sit still. These difficulties persist over time and are not a result of momentary stress or lack of motivation.

Symptoms

ICD-11 diagnostic criteria

How to recognise

In the ICD-11 framework, the core symptoms taken into account when recognising Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are:

Differential diagnosis

When diagnosing Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:

Synonyms and related terms

ADHD, ADD, hyperkinetic disorder

Frequently asked questions

What are the symptoms of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?

Symptoms associated with Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ICD-11 6A05) include: Easy distractibility, Difficulty sustaining attention on a single task, Impulsivity, Hyperactivity, Forgetting obligations and disorganized approach to tasks, Early symptom onset (before age 12) and duration of at least 6 months, Symptoms present in at least 2 settings (school, home, or other), Risk-taking behaviors, Low self-esteem, Impaired academic or occupational functioning.

How is Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnosed according to ICD-11?

According to ICD-11, the diagnostic criteria for Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (6A05) include: utrzymujący się wzorzec nieuwagi i/lub nadpobudliwości-impulsywności; objawy pojawiają się w okresie dzieciństwa; objawy występują w więcej niż jednym środowisku (np. szkoła, dom, praca); objawy powodują istotne trudności w funkcjonowaniu społecznym, edukacyjnym lub zawodowym.

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?

The differential diagnosis of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (6A05) includes: Zaburzenia rozwoju intelektualnego (6A00), Zaburzenia rozwojowe mowy i języka (6A01), Zaburzenie ze spektrum autyzmu (6A02), Nadmierna łatwość w nawiązywaniu relacji społecznych w dzieciństwie (6B45).

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