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          Could It
          Be ADHD?

          Do you think you might have ADHD? Does your child, sibling, or parent have it? Maybe some of the information here has you wondering, “Could it be…?” Maybe it’s time to find out.

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          Could It Be ADHD? For Up to An Estimated 2 Million+ Canadians, the Answer Is “Yes”

          ITS IMPACT IS FELT BY
          PEOPLE AT ALL AGES
          AND STAGES OF LIFE

          IN CANADA, ADHD AFFECTS UP TO AN ESTIMATED:

          1.5 million adults
          Adults and Adolescents
          650,000 children and adolescents

          And in adults, many go undiagnosed
          and untreated
          .

          If you think ADHD is over-diagnosed, think again

          This is a common public misconception that is often reinforced by the media. In fact, the percentage of people with ADHD has remained the same over the past 30 years.

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          The opinions expressed by speakers are based on their personal experiences and are not necessarily representative of those of the general population nor of the sponsor of this website.

          Could It Really Be ADHD?

          Learning about ADHD, and being able to recognize some of the signs and symptoms, is the first step in being able to answer the question.

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          Understand Your Treatment Options

          Wondering what happens next? When you have ADHD, learning about the different treatment options and resources available is an important step in finding a treatment plan that’s right for you.

          Take steps to make a plan

          Strategies for Living with ADHD

          Learning effective strategies to manage your ADHD is possible. Improving key areas of your overall health and lifestyle, such as getting more sleep, can also make a big difference.

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