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Distraction or Social Difficulties? Doctors Reveal Common Pitfalls in Misdiagnosing Adhd and Autism | Child Mental Health | Behavioral and Learning Difficulties

If a child is distracted, impulsive, or has difficulty interacting with others, is it ADHD or autism? Psychiatrists point out that the two can be easily confused in terms of behavioral manifestations, but their social motivations and core characteristics differ. Only through comprehensive evaluation and long-term observation can misdiagnosis be avoided, and appropriate treatment and learning support be provided to the child.
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If a child is distracted, impulsive, or has difficulty interacting with others, is it ADHD or autism? Psychiatrists point out that the two can be easily confused in terms of behavioral manifestations, but their social motivations and core characteristics differ. Only through comprehensive evaluation and long-term observation can misdiagnosis be avoided, and appropriate treatment and learning support be provided to the child.

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大纪元 Epoch Times broke the news in on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
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