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Gender Differences in ADHD Symptoms
- Boys with ADHD generally display more external symptoms like impulsivity while girls show more internalized symptoms like inattentiveness.
- Diagnostic criteria were designed mainly for boys, causing systemic underdiagnosis and misdiagnosis of females.
Coexisting Conditions & Treatment Differences
- Women with ADHD are more often diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and personality disorders, while men are more likely to have schizophrenia and substance use disorders.
- Treatment efficacy varies slightly, with some evidence that non-stimulant medications may be more effective in women.
Misdiagnosis Impacts Females
- Females with ADHD often face misdiagnoses such as depression or bipolar disorder due to their symptom presentation.
- This leads to inappropriate treatments and worse academic and social outcomes for women.