When it comes to ADHD, the signs for parents are likely to be different depending on if she has a son or a daughter. ADHD is something that is diagnosed in children all across the world, every day, and there are treatments and resources out there for families who have a child with ADHD. While it may be thought that there must be enough known about something like ADHD by now, studies continue to be done and likely will continue. That is because the more the medical world knows about something, the more they can help. Information and science are always changing, and it is important to stay on top of the latest information.

According to The Conversation and Medical Xpress, ADHD presents itself differently in boys and girls, and this is important information. If the cases show themselves differently based on the child’s sex, then it would stand to reason that treatment would change as well. Treatment is vital for their wellbeing and health.

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While it may seem unbelievable, but research on ADHD and how it specifically affects females has only started. While there are similarities in how ADHD presents in both boys and girls, there are some differences. Hyperactivity-impulsivity is seen across the board, but symptoms like inattention are more frequently seen in girls, and the problem is that these are often overlooked.

Inattentiveness is also a symptom that tends to show up later in older children, so girls can go undiagnosed for some time. They may not be diagnosed until late primary or even high school when they are required to use more academic and organizational skills. This means that they may be struggling their entire school career without the support and resources that would benefit and help them.

This finding also shows the need for researchers to look at this more closely to see what else is slipping through the cracks and how they can help.

What this study has told them is that their tool for diagnosing may need to change. How they diagnose patients was developed using children who were predominately male. This tool is not proper for diagnosing girls and it is causing girls to fall through the cracks.

When it comes to knowing if your daughter has ADHD, there are some things to look out for that go against the “stereotype” about what ADHD looks like. Experts say that you want to watch out for excessive daydreaming, difficulty remaining focused, difficulty organizing, and easily losing everyday things. If mom is concerned in any way, she should speak to her child’s medical provider.

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Sources: The Conversation, Medical Xpress