'I was like a zombie': ADHD diagnosis eases Christchurch woman's years of suffering
RNZ
A Christchurch woman found relief after years of chronic pain and opioid addiction when she received an ADHD diagnosis and subsequent medication. This breakthrough ended her period of physical suffering and dependency on powerful painkillers, allowing her to regain control over her life and health. The case highlights that ADHD can be diagnosed in adulthood despite being a neurodevelopmental disorder typically associated with childhood.
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