At what age do symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder usually need to be present for diagnosis?

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For a diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), symptoms typically need to be present by the age of 12.1

In addition to this age requirement, the behaviors must be persistent and cause impairment in two or more settings, such as at home, school, or work.21