https://menwiki.men/wiki/This_Is_The_Myths_And_Facts_Behind_ADHD_Treatment_For_Older_Adults Untreated ADHD in Adults - Why It's Time to Take the Test The decision to leave ADHD untreated can have severe consequences for relationships, work performance, and even your personal safety. It can also contribute to problems with finances, housing and health care. Being diagnosed with adult ADHD can be a source of relief. It can help people understand that their problems aren't entirely their own fault and they may benefit from treatment using medication or other tools and accommodations. 1. Forgetting with ADHD frequently forget important details, from where they put their keys, to not making appointments. This is a common occurrence of ADHD however, it can also be embarrassing. If the memory lapses begin to affect your life you may need to consult your doctor. People who are not treated for ADHD are at greater chance of having serious issues that can lead to criminal involvement, relationship problems, and even loss of work and even their home. It can also result in substance misuse and mental health issues, such as depression according to NIMH. ADHD symptoms can vary between people and there is evidence that ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status could influence how the condition is perceived. These factors may affect how a person gets diagnosed and treated for ADHD. Certain adults with ADHD may not get diagnosed or treated as they don't meet the requirements for being diagnosed. This can be because of many factors, including a lack of access to healthcare, belief in ADHD's non-existence as well as the fact that women are less likely than men to receive an ADHD diagnose. It's also possible that a person suffers from symptoms of ADHD but doesn't receive treatment because they're misunderstood. For example, many people with ADHD are seen as difficult, demanding and high-maintenance due to their difficulties with emotional regulation. This can cause feelings of shame a