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ADHD affects girls too, and it can present differently to the way it does in boys. Here’s what to look out for – The Conversation AU
A better understanding of ADHD in girls will enable earlier recognition, diagnosis and, importantly, treatment for girls, than currently exists.
Two female Australian comedians recently revealed theyve been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
In an interview before her shows at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, Fiona OLoughlin alluded to lifelong challenges including disorganisation and inability to sustain attention.
O’Loughlin, 57, described her diagnosis as a seismic shift in her life, and said medication has helped her immensely. But her struggle with focus will be a story familiar to many girls…
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