children of color, who are continually underdiagnosed for ADHD. These inequities and their related consequences cause hardships for years and even lifetimes, as patients remain unaware that ADHD is a root cause of their challenges.
Couples with the barriers and systemic inequalities already facing people of color, the unique challenges of undiagnosed ADHD can lead to disastrous consequences.ADHD is a brain disorder that impacts executive functioning, the skills we use to plan and execute our everyday lives.
As a result, individuals with ADHD are often disorganized, have trouble staying focused, and struggle to complete everyday tasks.
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