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No evidence ADHD is being over-diagnosed, say experts (www.cam.ac.uk)
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Overdiagnosis is not a problem, but misdiagnosis may be as people are driven into the private sector by long waits, and sadly, missed diagnoses remain common —Tamsin Ford

Experts are warning that far from being over-diagnosed, people with ADHD are waiting too long for assessment, support and treatment.

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[-] faythofdragons@slrpnk.net 3 points 5 months ago* (last edited 5 months ago)

I spent a number of years doing care for developmentally disabled adults, and saw it there. It's a terrifying situation to be in, and I hope they can get it figured out for her!

[-] Krauerking@lemy.lol 2 points 5 months ago

I ended up talking to the parents and they say that if the sensations don't end by the end of the week they will look at asking about non stimulants with her doctor.

Thank you.

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