When 9-year-old Rachel is in class, she is constantly moving and talking out of turn. She cannot start and finish a task without interruptions. Rachel is displaying characteristics of ______ disorder.

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Rachel's behavior is characteristic of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. The other options (autism spectrum disorder, impulse control disorder, and conduct disorder) do not fully capture the symptoms that Rachel is exhibiting.

When 9-Year-Old Rachel Is in Class, She Is Constantly Moving