A disorder characterized by increased motor activity and reduced attention span is called __________.

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder is characterized by increased motor activity, impulsivity, and reduced attention span. It often starts in childhood and can continue into adulthood, but is typically treated with medication and therapy. Amphetamine psychosis is a specific type of psychotic disorder that can result from long-term use of amphetamines, while narcolepsy is a sleep disorder characterized by excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden attacks of sleep. "Activity-enhanced hypoattentional disorder" is not a recognized medical term or diagnosis.

A Disorder Characterized by Increased Motor Activity and Reduced Attention