Adult ADHD

Persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity that began in childhood and continue to cause functional impairment in adulthood. Adults often present differently than children — more internal restlessness than overt hyperactivity, chronic disorganization, emotional dysregulation, difficulty with sustained effort, and impaired time perception. Frequently comorbid with anxiety, depression, and substance use.

Prevalence: ~4-5% of US adults; ~2.5% worldwide; widely considered underdiagnosed

5 Therapeutic Approaches

Sorted by evidence tier: guideline-recommended first, then RCT-supported, then emerging/limited evidence.

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