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When we hear the acronym ADHD, many parents and teachers have long-held stereotypes of a disruptive boy who struggles to stay still and keep on-task. But it’s important to know ADHD — attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — affects girls too. And as Rachael Murrihy explains today, it can affect them differently.
Both can be hyperactive, perhaps boys slightly more so. But when it comes to inattentiveness (for example, careless mistakes, trouble focusing in class, difficulty keeping belongings in order) this group of behaviours is seen more often in girls.
These sorts of ADHD symptoms can develop later and be easier to overlook than hyperactivity and impulsivity. As a result, often girls with ADHD don’t get a diagnosis until much later than boys – in the upper primary years, in high school, or even in adulthood.
Murrihy sets out some signs to look out for if you have a daughter you’re concerned about. She argues improving our understanding of ADHD in girls will enable earlier recognition, diagnosis and, importantly, treatment for girls, than what we have now.
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A better understanding of ADHD in girls will enable earlier recognition, diagnosis and, importantly, treatment for girls, than currently exists.
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