ADHD in Girls
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental conditions, affecting approximately 1 in 9 (11.4%) children in the United States. Based on prevalence estimates, boys are disproportionately diagnosed with ADHD compared to girls, with male-to-female ratios ranging from 2:1 to 10:1. Does this mean that fewer girls have ADHD compared to boys? Not quite. Research suggests that girls may be underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to differences in how ADHD presents between boys and girls.