What is sluggish cognitive tempo?
Sluggish cognitive tempo (SCT) may be considered a subtype or a distinct condition related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD); there is no consensus within the medical community. SCT symptoms include physical hypoactivity and inattentiveness.
How do members experience sluggish cognitive tempo?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with sluggish cognitive tempo*
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for sluggish cognitive tempo*
Who has sluggish cognitive tempo on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 16 | |
| 30s | 14 | |
| 40s | 14 | |
| 50s | 19 | |
| 60s | 17 | |
| 70+ | 8 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 45 | |
| Female | 46 |