A recent study published in JAMA Psychiatry examines how the age at first attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) diagnosis is associated with educational outcomes. Drawing on a large population-based cohort, the findings suggest that earlier diagnosis is linked to higher academic performance, greater likelihood of pursuing academic education, and lower risk of school dropout, while later diagnosis, particularly during adolescence, may place individuals at increased risk for poorer educational trajectories. The study highlights the importance of timely identification and the need for targeted support for those diagnosed later in development.

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