According to the Center for Disease Control, ADHD is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders that children face.[1] In a national parent survey in 2016, it was estimated that over 6 million children were living with ADHD at that time.[2]
Contrary to popular belief, there are actually three types of ADHD: Predominantly Inattentive Presentation, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation, and a combination of the two. As a result, the signs of ADHD in children are either misunderstood or overlooked entirely.
For instance, ADHD may manifest as fidgeting, daydreaming, interrupting others, or talking too much. Oftentimes, that leads educators, peers, and family members to label that child as lazy or bad when, in reality, they’re just not being seen for who they are.
ADHD in many girls is overlooked because inattentiveness doesn’t raise the same red flags as impulsive or hyperactive behavior. So many women, go undiagnosed even in adulthood, which means they’re probably missing out on many opportunities.
I understand what it is like going through life, wondering why everything is so difficult. And I know from professional experience just how beneficial ADHD treatment for children can be.
With my support, I believe you can help your child learn how to succeed in all areas of their life. At the same time, you’ll be helping yourself become the caring and empathetic parent you want to be.
[1]https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/facts.html
[2]https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/data.html