Entries by Christian Nophsker

Why is ADHD Underdiagnosed in Girls?

Why is ADHD underdiagnosed in girls? ADHD occurs in approximately 3-7% of the childhood population.  Boys are more likely to have the disorder than girls.  Boy are 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls  and in mental health settings boys are 6-9 times more likely to be diagnosed.  This is primarily […]