Here’s a glossary of terms related to ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder):

1. 1. Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD): A former term used to describe a subtype of ADHD characterized by difficulty focusing without the hyperactivity component.
   2. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that can impact daily functioning.
   3. Inattention: A core symptom of ADHD involving difficulty sustaining attention, organizing tasks, following through on instructions, and avoiding distractions.
   4. Hyperactivity: A core symptom of ADHD characterized by excessive motor activity, restlessness, fidgeting, or difficulty staying seated in situations where it’s expected.
   5. Impulsivity: A core symptom of ADHD involving acting without thinking, interrupting others, blurting out answers, or difficulty waiting for turns.
   6. Executive Functioning: The mental processes that help us manage time, pay attention, plan and organize, remember details, and regulate behavior.
   7. Working Memory: The ability to hold information in mind temporarily while working with it, allowing for problem-solving, reasoning, and comprehension.
   8. Cognitive Flexibility: The ability to adapt to changing situations and think about multiple concepts simultaneously.
   9. Stimulant Medication: Commonly prescribed medications for ADHD that increase dopamine and norepinephrine levels in the brain, helping to improve attention and focus.
   10. Non-Stimulant Medication: Medications for ADHD that work differently from stimulants, often used when stimulants aren’t effective or are not preferred.
   11. Behavioral Therapy: A type of therapy for ADHD that focuses on changing specific behaviors, often using techniques such as positive reinforcement and skill-building.
   12. 504 Plan: A plan developed in the United States under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 to ensure that students with disabilities receive accommodations to support their learning.
   13. Individualized Education Program (IEP): A personalized plan developed for students with disabilities in the United States that outlines their educational goals and the services and support they will receive.
   14. Impairment: The functional limitations or difficulties that ADHD symptoms can cause in various areas of life, such as school, work, relationships, and daily activities.
   15. Comorbidity: The presence of two or more disorders or conditions in the same person, such as ADHD and anxiety disorders.
   16. Neurodevelopmental Disorder: A group of disorders characterized by impairments in the growth and development of the brain or central nervous system.
   17. Dopamine: A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a role in reward-motivated behavior, motor control, and attention.
   18. Norepinephrine: A neurotransmitter that plays a role in arousal, attention, and stress response.
   19. Frontal Lobe: The part of the brain involved in executive functions, including attention, impulse control, and decision-making.
   20. Neurodiversity: The concept that neurological differences, including ADHD, are natural variations of the human brain and should be accepted and respected.
   21. Hyperfocus: A state of intense concentration on an activity or task, often seen in people with ADHD.
   22. Rejection Sensitivity: A heightened sensitivity to perceived criticism or rejection, often experienced by individuals with ADHD.
   23. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A type of therapy that focuses on changing negative patterns of thinking and behavior to improve emotional regulation and coping skills.
   24. Dysregulation: Difficulty regulating emotions, behavior, or physiological responses, often seen in ADHD.
   25. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): A condition where the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes in through the senses, often co-occurring with ADHD.