PROTEÇÃO LEGAL AO TDAH NO BRASIL: ANÁLISE COMPARATIVA E PROPOSTAS PARA MELHORIAS

Abstract

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting millions of people globally, impacting areas such as education, work, and social life. This work explores the legal protections for individuals with ADHD in Brazil, which appear fragmented and insufficient, especially when compared to countries like the USA and the UK, where ADHD is recognized as a disability. Our goal is to understand ADHD, its challenges, treatments, and propose legislative improvements, recognizing the disorder as a disability, to ensure support and inclusion. The study is characterized by a qualitative approach, using the methodologies of literature review, document analysis, and comparative analysis. In conclusion, this paper proposes that ADHD be equated to a disability for legal purposes in order to guarantee broader and more adequate protection for individuals with the disorder.