Speaking of Psychology Why are more adults being diagnosed with ADHD? With Russell Ramsay, PhD
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Feb 26, 2025 Russell Ramsay, PhD, a leading clinician and researcher in ADHD, unveils the rising trend of adult diagnoses. He discusses how heightened awareness and unique symptom presentations, especially in women, contribute to this surge. The impact of ADHD on work and relationships is examined, along with the effectiveness of treatment options like medication and cognitive behavioral therapy. Ramsay also emphasizes the importance of professional evaluations over self-diagnosis, stressing the need for guidelines in adult ADHD assessments.
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Rise in Diagnoses
- The rise in adult ADHD diagnoses is partly due to increased awareness and a correction of previous underdiagnosis.
- The pandemic, with its disruption of routines, highlighted the challenges of self-organization, leading more adults to seek help.
Adult ADHD Symptoms
- In adults, inattention persists, while impulsivity manifests as impulsive decisions or spending.
- Hyperactivity becomes internalized restlessness, like fidgeting.
Gender Differences
- Gender stereotypes affect ADHD diagnosis, causing underdiagnosis in girls due to differing symptom manifestations.
- Girls might exhibit similar levels of hyperactivity and impulsivity, but it may be perceived and categorized differently.
