Impulsivity is one of the core features of ADHD, especially when diagnosticians are evaluating individuals for ADHD Hyperactive-Impulsive Type and/or ADHD Combined Type (a combination of inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsivity symptoms). I define impulsivity as difficulty pausing long enough to enact intentional behavior (Mutti-Driscoll, 2024). Other interchangeable terms for impulsivity are self-control, impulse control, and self-regulation.

Some girls with impulsivity issues are identified for ADHD earlier than most, since they may look more like the typical male presentation of ADHD. However, even when girls exhibit similar symptoms to boys, they may still be missed for a diagnosis since they are less........

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