Where Are All the Women with ADHD?

Where Are All the Women with ADHD?

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Social Studies, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the perception of ADHD as a predominantly male disorder and highlights the differences in how ADHD symptoms manifest in males and females. It discusses the historical bias in diagnosis, with males being diagnosed more frequently than females. The video explains the two categories of ADHD symptoms: hyperactivity and inattention, and how these symptoms differ between genders. It also addresses the lack of research on ADHD in non-cisgender individuals and the potential influence of biological and social factors on symptom presentation. The video emphasizes the need for more research to understand these differences and improve diagnosis and treatment.

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What are the two categories of ADHD symptoms mentioned in the text?

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What are some potential biological factors that may contribute to differences in ADHD symptoms between genders?

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