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ADHD

[ey-dee-eych-dee] / ˈeɪˌdiˈeɪtʃˌdi /
NOUN
attention deficit disorder
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Multiple studies since then have also identified a correlation between a woman’s use of antidepressants during pregnancy and her child’s later diagnosis of autism, and to a lesser extent, ADHD.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The data showed that children born to women with a history of depression were more likely to be diagnosed with autism or ADHD, regardless of whether their mother took psychiatric medication.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

In California, the most common category for accommodation is psychological conditions, which can include ADHD, anxiety and learning disabilities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Denby said financial services should have stronger safeguards in place for those who have ADHD.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Given how hyper and energetic I’d always been as a little kid, no one was entirely surprised when it turned out I had ADHD.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles




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