Can Anxiety Be Mistaken For Adhd?
The symptoms of disorganization, irritability, and hyper-sensitivity that are often symptoms of ADHD are hallmarks of sleep disorders as well, experts say. Women are especially misdiagnosed, one expert say. That's because some sleep disorders--such as restless leg syndrome--are more common in women. Experts say that women who have been given an ADHD diagnosis should be questioned about their sleep quality as well.
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