Experts today place less emphasis on behavior when diagnosing ADHD and more on the array of brain-coping skills, such as memory, focus, and a child's ability to regulate his or her emotions.
Similarly, they found that by age 15, children are 40% more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD if born in July and August. These gaps in ADHD rates are even larger for young children. This finding ...
ADHD is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder affecting approximately 5% of children worldwide. It is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.