BLUF

Approximately 180 million adults may have ADHD, and untreated cases can result in long-term health issues.

Summary

KEY POINTS:
  1. Inattentive ADHD most common in adults.
  2. Long appointment waits and limited specialised care.
  3. Untreated childhood ADHD likely to persist into adulthood.
  4. Medication and therapy improve outcomes.

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