Which disorder is primarily characterized by symptoms such as inattention, excessive activity, and impulsive behavior?

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Obsessive-Compulsive DisorderAttention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental DisordersDissociative Identity DisorderNone of the above

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is identified by key symptoms including difficulty maintaining attention, heightened levels of activity, and impulsiveness. The other options refer to different disorders or classifications that do not primarily involve these symptoms.

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Which disorder is primarily characterized by symptoms such as inattention, excessive activity, and impulsive behavior?

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