ADHD & Aspergers- Question.

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It was reccomended to me that I have AS by 2 counclers, and I'm getting an evaluation this weekend. Athough, I have been reading up on ADHD.
Some of my traits seem like ADHD traits. Is this common?
For Instance:
getting bored with a task before it’s completed <--- Not exactly bored, perse, I just switch back and fourth.
skipping over details <----- Sometimes if it's a large chunk of material, I won't read it and assume I know what I'm doing.
disorganization and forgetfulness <------- HORRIBLE Organization and handwriting. Short term memory is bad, too.
Although, I scored a 187 on the aspie quiz and exibit alot more of those symptoms.
Is it common to have these traits with Aspergers?

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I don't have ADHD/ADD (I don't know about the latter, but I think not), but this definitely describes me. A task might not even be difficult, but I usually don't complete what I start.



That makes two of us.



I'm not exactly organized but my handwriting (when done carefully and slowly) isn't too bad. When done carefully and slowly.

My working memory is getting better, but it's still nowhere near my long term memory (aka useless triva, useless quotations, useless things people said, useless things people did, useless etc.).



You'll have to get a professional evaluation to know if it's one, the other or both. Could be either .

I hear is might be common,


I have adhd

i've got a formal diagnosis of adhd predominantly inattentive. i was actually just checking out the dsm IV at my university library today (wanted to see the criteria for various depressive disorders). anyways i was reading the criteria for adhd and this is what it is:

DSM-IV Criteria for ADHD
I. Either A or B:

1. Six or more of the following symptoms of inattention have been present for at least 6 months to a point that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level:

Inattention

1. Often does not give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities.
2. Often has trouble keeping attention on tasks or play activities.
3. Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly.
4. Often does not follow instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace (not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions).
5. Often has trouble organizing activities.
6. Often avoids, dislikes, or doesn't want to do things that take a lot of mental effort for a long period of time (such as schoolwork or homework).
7. Often loses things needed for tasks and activities (e.g. toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools).
8. Is often easily distracted.
9. Is often forgetful in daily activities.

2. Six or more of the following symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity have been present for at least 6 months to an extent that is disruptive and inappropriate for developmental level:

Hyperactivity

1. Often fidgets with hands or feet or squirms in seat.
2. Often gets up from seat when remaining in seat is expected.
3. Often runs about or climbs when and where it is not appropriate (adolescents or adults may feel very restless).
4. Often has trouble playing or enjoying leisure activities quietly.
5. Is often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor".
6. Often talks excessively.

Impulsivity

1. Often blurts out answers before questions have been finished.
2. Often has trouble waiting one's turn.
3. Often interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games).
2. Some symptoms that cause impairment were present before age 7 years.
3. Some impairment from the symptoms is present in two or more settings (e.g. at school/work and at home).
4. There must be clear evidence of significant impairment in social, school, or work functioning.
5. The symptoms do not happen only during the course of a Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Schizophrenia, or other Psychotic Disorder. The symptoms are not better accounted for by another mental disorder (e.g. Mood Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, Dissociative Disorder, or a Personality Disorder).

Based on these criteria, three types of ADHD are identified:

1. ADHD, Combined Type: if both criteria 1A and 1B are met for the past 6 months
2. ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type: if criterion 1A is met but criterion 1B is not met for the past six months
3. ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type: if Criterion 1B is met but Criterion 1A is not met for the past six months.


so if you meet the appropriate criteria you could probably get an official diagnosis.

For what it's worth, I was given an ADHD predominantly inattentive diagnosis at age 10, and I'm going in... later today for my intake appointment preceding my pending Asperger assessment. I've heard (read) that many people with AS received this diagnosis when they were younger.

getting bored with a task before it’s completed <--- I don't finish what I start a lot of the time.
skipping over details <----- Sometimes if it's a large chunk of material I'm uninterested in, I won't read it and assume I know what I'm doing.
disorganization and forgetfulness <------- HORRIBLE Organization and handwriting. Short term memory is bad, too.
I got a 171 on RDOS's aspie test.

yeah it's common among alot of us, i have adhd, ptsd, aspergers, and more.