Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Inattentive Type

**Semantic type:** Mental or Behavioral Dysfunction

**Definition:** A mental disorder characterized by inattention, easy distraction, careless mistakes and avoidance of tasks that require sustained mental focus. These behaviors can lead to maladaptive consequences in the affected individual's life.

**Synonyms:** - ADD - Attention Deficit Disorder - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Inattentive/Distractible Type - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type