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Is ADHD similar to Asperger's Syndrome?

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There are simelarities between ADHD and Asperger Syndrome. But ADHD is more to do with having difficulty focusing on school work, sitting still in class, etc. As Asperger Syndrome is more to with having trouble with Social Skills, and Comunication Skills. It is like autism; in fact it is on the 'high functioning end' of the autistic spectrum. But yes many people with aspergers also have, or have symptoms of 'ADHD'.

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