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political reporter Claudia Long

ADHD inquiry announced, but federal government urged to make sure it listens

Senators will hear from people with ADHD and other experts in the field. (Getty Images: Sean Gladwell)

ADHD will be the focus of a new parliamentary inquiry, with senators from across the political spectrum set to examine the impact the disorder is having on people around the country.

Around one in 20 Australians are estimated to have attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, with a recent surge in adult women being diagnosed who were overlooked in childhood.

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