Neurodivergent awareness helps women seek ADHD and autism diagnoses

ADHD autism neurodivergence mental health awareness diagnosis in women

Clinical psychologist Nicole Sudmalis notes that women often go undiagnosed for years with ADHD or autism because their traits can be more hidden. However, a global rise in awareness is leading more individuals to seek assessments later in life.

Sudmalis attributes this increase in interest to social media platforms like TikTok, which have boosted recognition of neurodivergent traits among both teens and adults. This trend is observed beyond regional areas like New South Wales and is occurring worldwide.

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Nicole Sudmalis · TikTok

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[● 3 SOURCES] Increased awareness of neurodivergent traits is helping people seek diagnoses later in life. www.blayneychronicle.com.au · www.centralwesterndaily.com.au · www.westernadvocate.com.au
[● 3 SOURCES] Social media content, specifically on platforms like TikTok, has contributed to more adults and teens seeking assessments. www.blayneychronicle.com.au · www.centralwesterndaily.com.au · www.westernadvocate.com.au
[● 3 SOURCES] Neurodivergent traits in females are often more hidden, leading to delayed diagnoses. www.blayneychronicle.com.au · www.centralwesterndaily.com.au · www.westernadvocate.com.au

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'Quite well masked': why women with ADHD and autism can go undiagnosed for years [www.mudgeeguardian.com.au]

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'Quite well masked': why women with ADHD and autism can go undiagnosed for years [www.blayneychronicle.com.au]

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'Quite well masked': why women with ADHD and autism can go undiagnosed for years [www.centralwesterndaily.com.au]

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'Quite well masked': why women with ADHD and autism can go undiagnosed for years [www.westernadvocate.com.au]

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