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First Draft Commentary Assignment

Abigail R. Thompson

College of Behavioral Health Science, Grand Canyon

University ENG-105-O507

Jim Higuera

24th September

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Introduction

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that has

gained significant attention due to the increasing prevalence of diagnoses. This commentary

explores the trends and factors contributing to the rise in ADHD diagnoses, discusses the

potential overdiagnosis of the disorder, and explores the consequences for individuals and

society. By analyzing the multifaceted nature of ADHD diagnosis, we can better understand the

challenges and opportunities it presents.

I. The Escalating Rates of ADHD Diagnoses

ADHD diagnoses have experienced a substantial upswing in recent years, both in the United

States and worldwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in

2016, approximately 6.1 million children in the U.S. had been diagnosed with ADHD (Visser et

al., 2019). This upward trend is not unique to the U.S. but is observed in many other countries as

well (Sayal et al., 2018).

Several factors contribute to the increasing number of ADHD diagnoses:

1. Enhanced Awareness and Knowledge: Increased awareness of ADHD among parents,

teachers, and healthcare professionals has led to more individuals seeking assessments

and diagnoses. Educational campaigns have played a pivotal role in making people

more aware of the disorder's symptoms and potential consequences.

2. Expanding Diagnostic Criteria: Changes in the diagnostic criteria, particularly with

the release of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5),

have broadened the scope of ADHD. These changes include the inclusion of

symptoms like

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