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Surge in ADHD diagnoses among middle-aged women raises overdiagnosis concerns
3 hours ago
A surge in ADHD diagnoses among middle-aged and older women continues to rise, raising concerns about overdiagnosis. While increased awareness is empowering, experts warn against mislabeling normal mid-life challenges as ADHD, potentially shifting focus from societal pressures to individual pathology. The trend highlights the importance of contextual understanding in mental health assessments.
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