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We are no longer living longer, study shows • Feb. 19, 2025, 4:00 AM ET (Medical Xpress)

Study reveals significant life expectancy deficit in adults with diagnosed ADHD • Jan. 26, 2025, 8:19 PM ET (News-Medical)

Adults with ADHD found to have reduced life expectancy • Jan. 23, 2025, 6:30 AM ET (News-Medical)

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