ADHD diagnoses and prescriptions for Q4 of each year.
The number of adults taking prescriptions for Adderall increased in 2021, but experts say it’s not because the need is necessarily greater.
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ADHD diagnoses Prescriptions |
Age 22 to 44
(In millions)
Age 45 and over
(In thousands)
All ages
(In millions)
All ages includes prescriptions and diagnoses for ages 21 and under