Is ADHD a uniquely North American diagnosis that doesn't really apply elsewhere?

No, ADHD is recognized and diagnosed worldwide using the same core diagnostic frameworks, DSM-5-TR and the WHO's ICD-11, not a North America-specific construct. Prevalence estimates from Europe, the UK, Australia, and elsewhere land in a broadly similar range once consistent diagnostic criteria are applied, which argues against it being a culturally specific label. What does vary meaningfully by country is diagnosis and treatment rates, shaped by healthcare access, awareness, and cultural attitudes toward mental health, not by whether the underlying condition itself exists there. FasTreat also offers private online ADHD assessment and ongoing care, depending on your needs and clinical assessment. Related reading: https://www.fastreat.com/en/adhd-faq References: https://icd.who.int/en