“Just sit still.” “Stop interrupting.” “Think before you act.” October is #ADHDAwarenessMonth and after treating ADHD for nearly four decades, ADHD is not one simple condition. Our brain-imaging work has identified 7 distinct ADHD patterns, each associated with different symptoms and patterns of brain activity. Type 1: Classic ADHD is the pattern most people picture when they think of ADHD. It can involve hyperactivity, restlessness, distractibility, impulsivity, excessive talking, interrupting, and difficulty waiting. On SPECT imaging, Amen Clinics reports that this type can show decreased activity during concentration in the prefrontal cortex, cerebellum, and basal ganglia—regions involved in focus, planning, organization, and impulse control. This is why understanding the type matters. ADHD treatment shouldn’t be one-size-fits-all. If you’re seeking evaluation or treatment for ADHD, Amen Clinics has 11 locations nationwide and 60+ clinicians providing personalized, brain-based...