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by greggsy 1595 days ago
It has been argued that it’s prevalence has risen in the digital age, with increased (and easy) access to stimulation right in your pocket - it’s difficult to ascertain whether it’s a cause or a symptom though.

The term ‘variable attention stimulation trait’ (VAST) has also been proposed by Hallowel to describe this theory, and may more accurately describe the condition than the term ‘ADHD’.

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> It has been argued that it’s prevalence has risen in the digital age

I don't understand your response. Are you trying to invalidate the existence of ADHD because its prevalence has risen in the digital age?

It existed before, and its diagnosis is increasing.
Yes, this is precisely my concern