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Adult ADHD Is Diagnosed when You Are 'Functionally impaired.' But What Does that Mean?

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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects around 2.5% of adults and 7% of children. It causes difficulties with attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity.

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Using my father’s experience with ADHD to explore what a diagnosis means

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What symptoms are an adult ADHD diagnosis actually based on?

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Adult ADHD is diagnosed when you are 'functionally impaired.' But what does that mean?

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects around 2.5% of adults and 7% of children. It causes difficulties with attention, impulsivity and hyperactivity.

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Adhd in Adults: Expert on Late Diagnosis and Consequences

Published on: 02.11.2025 23:04Author: Stefanie UnbehauenThe supposed "Young Disease" ADHD is often only recognized late in adults, especially women. An expert explains the reasons and how the symptoms differ between the sexes.

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