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Podcast: Dr G's ADHD Chat
Episode: ADHD-Lack of Maturity
Description: Your ADHDer’s physical development is consistent with that of his peers. However mentally and physically his/her development is 3-5 years behind the peer group. This is a particular problem for parents because your child still wants all the badges of adulthood that his peers are getting. This includes getting a driver’s license, dating, wanting to make their own decisions, experimenting with new looks and wardrobes. Remember, for teenagers in general, their emotions are fully developed before their judgement. And your ADHDer is 3-5 years behind. This is an explosive time of life with the possibilities of maki...