ADHD diagnoses among mothers surge in the years following childbirth
For many women, the transition to parenthood is a life-altering event filled with new challenges and responsibilities. A new study suggests that for some, this period may also reveal previously undiagnosed Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Researchers in Denmark found that while diagnosis rates drop during pregnancy, they rise noticeably in the years following childbirth. This research was published in the Journal of Attention Disorders.
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