Pedro has been having difficulty concentrating in class; in addition, he has also been demonstrating difficulty sitting still. He is often in and out of his seat, requiring the teacher to set numerous limits on him throughout the day. Because of this behavior, Pedro has been falling further behind academically and his teacher is concerned about his ability to succeed in the classroom. Which subtype of attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) does this best describe?

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Pedro is demonstrating both inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms, making him an example of the combined type of ADHD.

Pedro Has Been Having Difficulty Concentrating in Class; in Addition