Girls with ADHD in childhood tend to become less conscientious and agreeable as adolescents - PsyPost

Girls with ADHD in childhood tend to become less conscientious and agreeable as adolescents - PsyPost

ADHD in childhood predicts lower conscientiousness and agreeableness in adolescence. These effects are more pronounced in higher-income families, suggesting familial pressures and socioeconomic factors shape how ADHD influences personality.
A longitudinal study of a racially and socioeconomically diverse group of girls found that those diagnosed with ADHD in childhood tend to become less conscientious, agreeable, and emotionally stable … [+5027 chars] Read More

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