Research indicates that up to two-thirds of youth who have offended and up to half of the adult prison population screen positive for childhood ADHD.
Youth with ADHD in custody are more likely to present with demanding or violent behaviors, yet ADHD often goes undiagnosed and untreated in the correctional system. ADHD screening in the criminal justice system is crucial, as early identification and treatment can reduce substance use, criminal behavior, and recidivism rates.
