Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

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❝ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that shapes attention, impulse control, and daily functioning, often from childhood into adulthood. Read on to understand how ADHD presents across the lifespan, how it’s diagnosed and treated, and what support can make a meaningful difference.❞

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