Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is common in many homes, schools, and work environments. It is a disorder that makes it impossible to concentrate and remain seated. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder can be classified into three main symptoms. The first symptom is hyperactivity. It causes rapid movements and the inability to sit still. The second main symptom is inattention. This makes you have trouble paying attention to things and can even make it difficult to complete the task. The last symptom is impulsivity. They usually consist of blurting out, crossing the street without looking, and making a decision that you don't fully analyze. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can make a person's daily life more difficult, but this doesn't just apply to the person diagnosed. Living with someone with ADHD or even being friends with someone with ADHD can have an effect on a person's life. From patients' impulsive actions to their inability to pay attention to what someone says, they can affect everyone around them. However, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder has a temporary cure. Stimulants like Adderall and Vyvanse to exercise. While some medications have great benefits, many are far outweighed by negative side effects. Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder or also known as ADHD can first be examined by dividing the characteristics into three categories. The first thing to consider when diagnosing ADHD is the inability to concentrate. This can usually be noticed in the teenage years of a person's life. At school people are tested on their cognitive functions and their ability to solve problems. To do this you must first take the tea... middle of paper... the medicine DHD which is a stimulant, their psychiatrist will tell them to keep it on the down low to prevent theft because there is such there is a huge market out there for them. There are also non-stimulant alternatives to treat ADHD, but they also have negative side effects that outweigh the positive ones. The main pill for this is Strattera, which is an atomoxetine. This pill is said to be able to cure ADHD but you have to take it every day for a few years. The problem with this pill is that it takes 30 days to take effect and most people reject it because they want immediate results. Not only does it take time to start, but it also causes; depression, suicidal thoughts, difficulty urinating, inability to perform sexual activity and may also cause nausea before taking. The negatives outweigh the positives, but it is an alternative to stimulants and therapy.