Many people are aware of some of the more common characteristics of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).  What is not commonly known are the emotional side effects that this disability can have on a person.  Many teens with this disorder suffer from ADHD depression; in part,  because they cannot control their behavior.

The common symptoms of the disorder are hyperactivity, an inability to focus, and impulse control issues.  These symptoms can have a detrimental effect on a person’s ability to interact with others and this can lead to complications with ADHD depression.  Some of the more common examples of the way this disorder can impede a person’s ability to effectively communicate are seen in social settings, such as school.  A sufferer might exhibit behaviors such as interrupting a teacher’s lecture with an outburst, constantly shifting in their seat, or focusing their attention on small things in their periphery. 

This behavior is often misinterpreted by classmates and faculty.  They might be mislabeled as inattentive or rude.  If the teen hears these comments enough, he can internalize these labels; a negative view of himself can lead to ADHD depression.

There are additional factors which can contribute to ADHD depression.  These factors are found in any normal adolescent’s life.  The issues of first love, peer pressure, and college preparatory work can be overwhelming for any teen.  The presence of ADHD depression will only make these normal problems feel that much more complicated.

When a student has ADHD depression it is called a co-morbid disorder.  It is important that they be treated for both disabilities because one disorder can contribute to the other.  Therapy is often the best step for co-morbid conditions.  Here sufferers can address their self-esteem issues and work on ways to manage their behavior.
 

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