Do kids grow out of ADHD as they get older?

  • Written by: Alison Poulton, Senior Lecturer, Brain Mind Centre Nepean, University of Sydney
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is more often diagnosed in children. That might make you wonder if people grow out it as they reach adulthood.

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that involves difficulties focusing attention (for study or work) and/or sitting still or keeping impulsive actions in check. This means...

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