1. ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a medical condition that affects a person's attention and self-control. They have a harder time staying focused and harder to control behavior.
2. ADHD develops in childhood and can happen to anyone, but your genes play a strong role. It's estimated that between 5% to 11% of children have ADHD with majority are girls. Some kids outgrow it, but more than three-quarters of people who had ADHD in childhood will continue to have it as adults.
3. There are three main kinds of ADHD: inattentive, hyperactive-impulsive and combined inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive. The inattentive type is most common in girls. It doesn't always catch the attention of teachers and parents.
4. Common symptoms of inattentive ADHD include:
- Lack of focus and trouble listening and paying attention
- Being easily distracted, disorganized and frequently forgetting and losing things
- Failing to follow through
- Making mistakes that seem careless
5. Girls with ADHD often have trouble in school but they're less likely to get in trouble for acting out. Girls with ADHD tend to be seen as daydreamers. They may have a harder time socializing too. For adult women, ADHD can make it hard to stay on top of a job and handle the stresses of day-to-day life. Women with ADHD might struggle to manage personal finances, complete household tasks and care for children.
6. Girls with ADHD are more likely than boys with the disorder to blame themselves when they have problems getting things done. Having ADHD can also make it hard to read social cues, which can make some girls feel insecure. That can leave them prone to depression, anxiety and eating disorders. Girls with ADHD are more likely to develop anorexia or bulimia than girls without the condition.
7. Having ADHD can be a challenge, but it's one that children and adults alike can learn to handle. Although there's no cure, people who get the right care can reach their potential and enjoy a happy, fulfilled life.
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