Wills V, Chakraborty R. 2026 Jan 14;14(2):209. doi: 10.3390\/healthcare14020209. PMID: 41595345; PMCID: PMC12840745<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Adult females with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are frequently underdiagnosed due to gender bias, overlapping symptoms, and limited awareness among healthcare professionals. The scarcity of research on this subject\u2014particularly in the UK context\u2014underscores the need for further investigation. Accordingly, the aim of this study was to explore the lived experiences of adult females receiving a late diagnosis of ASD and\/or ADHD and to identify key barriers within the UK diagnostic pathway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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