Swain is impulsive and unable to control her immediate reactions or to think before she acts. She finds it difficult to wait or take turns, has difficulty resisting immediate temptations or delaying gratification. Swain is suffering from which disorder?

ADHD

The two main features of ADHD are inattention and hyperactivityimpulsivity. Children who are inattentive find it difficult to sustain mental effort during work or play. They have a hard time keeping their minds on any one thing or in following instructions. Common complaints are that the child does not listen, cannot concentrate, does not follow instructions, is disorganised, easily distracted, forgetful, does not finish assignments, and is quick to lose interest in boring activities. Children who are impulsive seem unable to control their immediate reactions or to think before they act. They find it difficult to wait or take turns, have difficulty resisting immediate temptations or delaying gratification.