💨 Abstract

The author discusses the misconceptions surrounding ADHD, highlighting that it's not merely being disorganized or occasionally forgetful. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting brain structure and function, causing persistent, impairing symptoms across daily life. The article notes a rise in ADHD diagnoses, particularly among men and undiagnosed women, while acknowledging barriers to diagnosis like long NHS wait times and high private diagnosis costs. The author stresses that while modern life can increase distractibility, ADHD is distinct and debilitating.

Courtesy: Eleanor Noyce