ADHD and Dyslexia: The Possible Link Via Sluggish Cognitive Tempo
Before DSM-IV, investigators identified a subset of symptoms termed “sluggish cognitive tempo” (SCT) that were thought to be distinct from the core features of ADHD. Features of SCT include daydreaming, difficulty sustaining attention, decreased orientation, confusion, lethargy, drowsiness, and physical underactivity.
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