The number of people diagnosed with ADHD is climbing steadily, especially among women. The share of diagnosed females between 23 and 49 nearly doubled from 2020 to 2022.
Additionally, ADHD may have been confused with otherSymptoms of ADHD can mimic those of stress and anxiety.they’ve been dealing with," said Dr. Galasso.
Another factor that could contribute to the increase is that it’s easier to access a psychiatrist or psychologist to receive care, he said. Women tend to receive ADHD diagnoses later in life, often during their 30s or 40s, professionals explain. "I have patients who come to my practice and have pretty much already diagnosed themselves," the doctor said.
"They might have trouble concentrating at work, have memory problems or struggle to focus, or are just really stressed out. And they’ve done their research and have an idea that it could be ADHD."Dr.
More than eight million American adults are thought to have ADHD, but some studies have shown that up to 80% of them are unaware they have the disorder, per WebMD.Stay up-to-date on the biggest health and wellness news with our weekly recap.
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