The first signs of ADHD may be present in
A) infancy.
B) preschool years.
C) elementary years.
D) high-school years.

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According to the DSM-5, symptoms of ADHD must be present before the age of 12, and often first appear in preschool years. While some symptoms may be present in infancy, they are typically not recognized as signs of ADHD until later. Symptoms may persist and become more noticeable in elementary and high-school years, but the onset of symptoms usually occurs before age 7. B is the best choice because it reflects the earliest possible age range for the onset of ADHD symptoms.

The First Signs of ADHD May Be Present in