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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Science
Jane Kirby

ADHD misinformation on TikTok is widespread and affecting young people, says study

Misinformation about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) on TikTok is widespread and affecting young people, according to a new study.

Fewer than half of the claims regarding symptoms in the top 100 most viewed ADHD videos on the site actually align with clinical guidelines for diagnosing the condition, it found.

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