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Why are diagnoses important?

Receiving a diagnosis can be crucial for accessing support, understanding personal challenges, and getting appropriate treatment. For conditions like ADHD, a diagnosis can unlock educational adjustments, therapy, or medication. However, if diagnostic criteria become too broad, as the story suggests, it might dilute the specific support available for those with more pronounced needs.

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