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Underdiagnosis of ADHD
- ADHD is significantly underdiagnosed, not overdiagnosed, in adults.
- Around 90% of adult cases are undiagnosed, highlighting the need for increased awareness and accessible diagnosis.
ADHD and Pharma
- The myth that ADHD was created by the pharmaceutical industry is debunked.
- ADHD has existed for centuries and stimulant medications, while effective, were introduced much later.
Subtle Impact of Medication
- Samantha Brown shares her experience with ADHD medication, initially feeling no effect.
- However, she realized the medication subtly enabled her to focus and enjoy work, demonstrating its effectiveness.