5: LIMBIC ADD SPECT findings: At rest there is increased deep limbic activity (thalamus and hypothalamus). During concentration there remains increased deep limbic activity and now there is also decreased activity in the prefrontal cortex, cerebellum, and basal ganglia. Primary symptoms: inattentive, easily distracted, disorganized, chronic low-grade sadness or negativity, “glass half empty syndrome,” low energy, tends to be more socially isolated, and frequent feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness. May or may not be hyperactive. Some people say that Limbic ADD is really a combination of
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