3 Ways ADHD Symptoms in Adults May Differ from Those in Children
Henry Chau
ADHD symptoms in adults aren’t always as recognizable. This is partly because research and awareness among adults isn’t as prevalent, and partly because the percentage of adults who have ADHD is lower than the overall percentage of kids with the condition. However, the estimated 6% of adults in the United States alone who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, also known as ADHD, may be higher than once believed. One of the reasons 6% could be a lower reflection of the number of adults living with ADHD is that the prevalence of its symptoms can be masked or they appear to be simple forgetfulness, laziness, or irresponsibility. However, if ADHD symptoms...
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