What Type Of Doctor Treats Adhd In Adults?
One out of every four adults with ADD/ADHD also suffers from symptoms of depression. When there are co-existing conditions, it can be harder to diagnose and treat ADHD. The symptoms may overlap and one of the conditions may not be accurately diagnosed. Or medication may not be as effective.
Previously, depression in patients with ADHD was thought to be situational and it was assumed that the depression was a result of constant failure or the inability to compensate for symptoms of...
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