Navigating Misinformation and Challenges in Diagnosing Autism and ADHD in Women and Girls

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The chapter delves into the complexities of diagnosing autism in women and girls with ADHD, highlighting the challenges and risks of misdiagnosis. It emphasizes the importance of staying informed, cautious of online information, and supporting individuals through proper evaluation and understanding. The discussion also touches upon the impact of societal expectations, gender roles, and the need for inclusivity and support for gender diverse populations.

Karen Saporito, Ph.D., explains the ways in which ADHD and autism overlap and how they can present differently in children and adults, and across genders — including why autism is so easily missed and misdiagnosed, especially in girls and women, and the consequences of that.

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