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by tailspin2019 598 days ago
> relatively minor disability

“Research shows that adults with ADHD are 5 times more likely to attempt suicide. 1 in 4 women with ADHD have made attempts on their life, while men are more likely to end their life. Accidental death is also common.”

http://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/media/109514702/suicid...

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Now show me the suicide statistics on people suffering from permanent paralysis of their limbs.
Yeah, we tend to die earlier as well (65 on average, I recall reading). Turns out chronic stress from managing the disability is not great.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/child-development-ce...