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- Title
Comorbidities in a sample of Brazilian children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorders (ADHD).
- Authors
Palma, S. M.; Rizzutti, S.; Scaramuzza, L. F. C.; Franco, T. S.; Sá, S. A. O.; Stuque, R.; Dias, D.; Pradella, K. R.; Gouvêa,, D. A. X.; Barbosa, D. L. F.; Fígaro, R. A. D. S.; Bueno, O. F. A.; Muszkat, M.
- Abstract
Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate clinical aspects related to ADHD in particular the ones concerning the association with comorbidities. Methods: One hundred fifty children, aged from 7 to 14, were selected. Children who met the inclusive criteria were referred to a multidisciplinary assessment schedule. The neuropsychological protocol included: Intellectual Level Assessment (Scale WISC-III abbreviated), EACI-P Scale, Computerized Attention Test, Rey Figure, CBCL Scale and screening for delimitation of comorbidities. Results: 75 children (55 M and 20 F) fulfilled the criteria for ADHD. Out of the 75 children, 33 cases (44%) had complaints of comorbidities, whereas 22 cases (66.6%) presented anxiety disorder, 8 patients (24.2%) had oppositional defiant disorder and 3 cases had conduct disorder (9%). With regards to mood disorders, it was observed bipolar disorder in 3 cases (9%) and 3 cases met the criteria for severe depression (9%). Conclusion: In our study, the presence of comorbidities was found in 44% of the diagnosed cases. Such finding emphasises the importance of global assessment. The impact of comorbidities may modify the therapy, rehabilitation strategies and prognosis.
- Publication
European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 2010, Vol 19, pS27
- ISSN
1018-8827
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s00787-010-0117-5