The prevalence of ADHD diagnoses has surged recently, influenced by social media trends, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the popularity of ADHD-related content on platforms like TikTok, misinformation has proliferated, complicating public understanding of the disorder. A study found that over half of the ADHD content on TikTok contained misleading information, aggravating the stigma around diagnoses. Additionally, while some argue that the rise in diagnoses indicates greater awareness, it may also signify that many individuals had previously gone undiagnosed and are finally seeking help.
Clinically, ADHD diagnoses have risen in the past years, raising questions about the motives behind the increase and the role of social media.
The rise in ADHD diagnoses can reflect years of undiagnosed individuals seeking help rather than a mere result of social media trends.
Social media has become a platform for misinformation about ADHD, leading to a significant portion of misleading content that affects public perception of the condition.
The growing stigma surrounding ADHD diagnoses, fueled by trends and misinformation, has resulted in new laws limiting access to necessary diagnosis and medication.
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