Myth: You Grow Out of ADHD

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In this episode, Dave busts a stubborn myth: that most people outgrow ADHD. A 16-year study found only about 9% of kids with ADHD stayed in full remission, while most saw their symptoms ebb and flow into adulthood. You’ll hear why so many of us get diagnosed in our 40s and 50s, and one thing to do during your good seasons.

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Mentioned:

• Episode 78: ADHD Diagnosis Red Flags, Gender Differences, and the Hormonal Link with Dr. Maggie Sibley, PhD
• Episode 83: Channel 4’s Irresponsible ADHD Documentary, Misinformation, Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Helen Wall
• Sibley et al., “Variable Patterns of Remission From ADHD in the Multimodal Treatment Study of ADHD,” American Journal of Psychiatry, 2022

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