Differences Between ADHD in Girls and Boys

Written By Connor Gardner

by Dr. Alyssa Killebrew | Jan 19, 2023

Often ADHD symptoms are different in girls and boys. Boys generally display more hyperactive and oppositional behaviors while girls show more inattentive symptoms.

Fast Facts for Parents:

    • Boys are almost 3 times more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD than girls

    • The average diagnosis of boys is 7 years old

    • Symptoms of ADHD generally appear at ages 3-5

    • ADHD is not just a childhood disorder. Often girls can mask inattentive symptoms until adulthood when stress causes it to exacerbate.

    • Girls often struggle more with inattentive type ADHD symptoms

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