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Half of psychologists assessing for ADHD don’t follow the diagnostic guidelines, new study shows

  • Written by Clare O'Toole, Clinical Psychology Phd Candidate, University of Wollongong
Half of psychologists assessing for ADHD don’t follow the diagnostic guidelines, new study showsFatCamera/Getty Images

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that develops during childhood and affects 6–10% of kids and 2–6% of adults.

People with ADHD have either mainly inattentive symptoms (such as lacking concentration), mainly hyperactive and impulsive symptoms (such as speaking or acting without...

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