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How do you get diagnosed with ADHD in Canada?

How do you get diagnosed with ADHD in Canada?

December 5, 2022 · Reading time: 5 minutes

It’s not easy to get diagnosed with ADHD in Canada. For one thing, there is no blood test or brain scan that can diagnose it. Instead, a diagnosis is based on a set of symptoms that have to be present for at least six months.

Is ADHD and autism hereditary?

Is ADHD and autism hereditary?

December 2, 2022 · Reading time: 4 minutes

Many people believe that Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and autism are hereditary conditions. However, there is no scientific evidence to support this claim. In fact, the causes of both ADHD and autism are still largely unknown. While it is possible that ADHD and autism may run in families, there is no definitive proof that this is the case.