Adults with ADHD need support and could benefit from a correct diagnosis. Get to know several adults who had been misdiagnosed for decades until they found the right solution. There is help available for adults with ADHD in various work settings in the country. They can rely on social support to give them an opportunity to advance.
Do you know an adult who was diagnosed late with social or learning struggles?
There is help for adults with ADHD to help them cope.
Real life stories are always fascinating for those willing to read about them. Learn more about individuals who have coped with ADHD symptoms in their lives. These adults are truly an inspiration because of their abilities in their careers. Follow their example and learn to succeed in ways that they have before now.
ADHD is a neurological disorder that can make people inattentive, impulsive, and hyperactive.
Laura Lurns · Learning Success expert
Key takeaways
- ADHD can make people inattentive, impulsive, and hyperactive.
- ADHD affects about 3% of the adult population.
- Adult ADHD was recognized by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence in 2008.
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