Girls Have Always Had ADHD. We Just Weren’t Looking.
Ms. Magazine
Historical gender bias in medical research has caused ADHD in girls to be severely underdiagnosed because their symptoms often present as internalized inattentiveness rather than the hyperactivity typically associated with boys. Recent data indicates a significant shift as healthcare systems finally recognize these distinct presentations, leading to a reversal of the century-long trend where girls are now being diagnosed and treated at rates comparable to or exceeding those of boys.
All articles from 25 August 2026. Summaries are AI-generated and may contain errors; the linked article is the authority.