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Attention issues.

2020-06-22 04:53:20
Hi, i am an adult with issues with paying attention without getting distracted quickly? I have faced this issue since my childhood. How do I know if this is a problem or just being lazy?
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Short attention span may be a part of your anxious/ hyper personality or maybe due to anxiety disorder or ADHD. Only a detailed evaluation by a psychiatrist will tell if it’s a problem or not.

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It could be due to ADHD or Anxiety Disorder Please consult a psychiatrist

Answered2020-06-22 04:57:36

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