Embracing an ADHD Identity: What can you learn from deaf people’s experiences?

KEY POINTS: Since the 1970s, “identity” has become more fluid. One’s identity comprises the groups (e.g., ethnic or religious) with which one strongly identifies. Identifying as an ADHD person, not someone with ADHD, can be empowering. However, as the history of the deaf shows, pushback from parents and the medical profession must be expected.

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Can You Self-Diagnose ADHD?

Learning more about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can help you recognize its symptoms, but you can’t self-diagnose ADHD. It requires the evaluation of a trained professional.

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ADHD Medications for Children: What to Know

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a commonly diagnosed neurological condition. It affects more than 8% of children and 2.5% of adults. In children, ADHD can impact many aspects of everyday life, including school, daily functioning, and interpersonal relationships.

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Lawsuits Seek to Link Tylenol Ingredient to Autism, ADHD

An expanding number of lawsuits are targeting the use of acetaminophen during pregnancy, alleging that exposure to the pain reliever in the womb raises a child’s risk for autism or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. Whether those cases grow and move forward—with massive financial sums at stake—could depend on a key issue before a federal judge this…

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