Living with ADHD as an Adult Woman: Why Many Women Go Undiagnosed
Introduction Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has long been depicted in a narrow way, most notably in boys who exhibit hyperactive behavior in classroom settings. This prevailing image overshadowed the reality that ADHD affects ind...
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Autism in Adults: The Struggles of Getting Diagnosed Later in Life
Introduction Adults living with autism have existed in all societies, often without being fully recognized or accommodated. Historically, autism was seen as a childhood condition, and many diagnostic procedures targeted young people. In recent ye...
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Intersex Awareness: Health Challenges Intersex People Face
Introduction Intersex refers to a variety of natural variations in physical traits that do not fit typical binary ideas of male or female bodies. These variations can involve chromosomes, hormones, internal organs, and external genital characteri...
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Gender-Affirming Care: What It Is and Why It’s Lifesaving for Trans Youth
Introduction Gender-affirming care offers a supportive and structured approach to meeting the health needs of transgender youth. These services provide a range of interventions that recognize an individual’s internal sense of gender and aim to ...
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Transgender Healthcare 101: Understanding the Needs of Trans Patients
Introduction Transgender individuals face barriers in health services that can affect their physical, mental, and social well-being. These obstacles range from a lack of provider knowledge to societal stigma, causing some people to avoid or delay...
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