New research reveals that ADHD symptoms in girls and women often differ from those in boys, resulting in many women remaining undiagnosed until adulthood.
For decades, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was primarily seen as a childhood condition affecting boys. However, recent research shows that ADHD presents differently in girls and women, which has contributed to many cases going undiagnosed until adulthood. This evolving understanding highlights the need for increased awareness and tailored approaches to diagnosis and treatment for females with ADHD.
This information was reported by Maria Godoy for NPR News on July 26, 2026.
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