AMA VICDOC Autumn 2024 - Magazine - Page 21
FIVE TIPS FOR ADHD DIAGNOSIS + TREATMENT
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1
People usually don’t ‘grow out’ of ADHD
For most people, symptoms usually persist into adulthood and require
continuous treatment. Transition periods between adolescent to adult services
need to be carefully managed to ensure the person can access ongoing treatment.
2
Look out for the inattentive subtype
The inattentive presentation of ADHD does not include
hyperactive-impulsive symptoms, so may not be as easily identified.
Being aware of it is critical to ensuring affected people
– including women – are correctly diagnosed and supported.
3
Co-occurring conditions are common
Most people with ADHD have other co-occurring conditions
which may require treatment and support.
4
Girls and women also have ADHD
In adulthood the gender ratio declines from 2-3 boys for every one girl,
to ADHD being equally prevalent in men and women.
5
People with ADHD can be highly intelligent
and successful in many parts of their lives
This does not mean they cannot have ADHD. Many people with
ADHD will not be recognised until early adulthood, or later.
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