Can ADHD develop later in life?

ADHD does not start in adulthood. To be diagnosed, symptoms must have begun before age 12. However, many people aren’t diagnosed until adulthood, especially if their environment masked symptoms earlier in life. Stress at work, parenting, or uni can unmask ADHD traits. Adult assessments often involve looking back at school history.

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