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ADHD is a genetic brain syndrome related to executive functions like attention, memory, impulsivity, and organization. It's influenced by brain chemistry, structure, and genetics
ADHD affects about 5% of adults in the US, occurring in both men and women throughout their lives. It's a neuro-behavioral condition without a cure; most don't outgrow it. Initially, research focused on hyperactive boys, but we now know women also have ADHD. In women it is often under-diagnosed and under-treated, especially without hyperactivity. ADHD comes in different subtypes (inattentive, hyperactive, combined), with each person having a unique experience.
Women with ADHD don't only experience the inattentive type. Many also exhibit 'internal' hyperactivity and related symptoms, like talking excessively, fidgeting, impulsive behavior, and racing thoughts. They may find it challenging to maintain friendships, engage in self-harming or over-disciplined behaviors, and employ compensatory strategies that demand extra effort. Often, they fear rejection and may cling to unhealthy relationships.
ADHD is a genetic brain syndrome related to executive functions like attention, memory, impulsivity, and organization. It's influenced by brain chemistry, structure, and genetics
ADHD affects about 5% of adults in the US, occurring in both men and women throughout their lives. It's a neuro-behavioral condition without a cure; most don't outgrow it. Initially, research focused on hyperactive boys, but we now know women also have ADHD. In women it is often under-diagnosed and under-treated, especially without hyperactivity. ADHD comes in different subtypes (inattentive, hyperactive, combined), with each person having a unique experience.
ADHD diagnosis involves no single test. Mental health professionals (psychologists, psychiatrists, etc.) gather data from various sources: checklists, scales, history, family input, and cognitive tests (such as the QbTech test). Brief office observations may not capture ADHD symptoms accurately; co-occurring conditions are considered.
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