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- Title
Prevalence and Epidemiological Characteristics of ADHD in Pre-School and School Age Children in the Province of Tarragona, Spain.
- Authors
Canals Sans, Josefa; Morales Hidalgo, Paula; Roigé Castellví, Joana; Voltas Moreso, Núria; Hernández Martínez, Carmen
- Abstract
Objective: To report the ADHD estimated prevalence in Spain, considering differences in sex, age, presentation, and severity. Method: This study has a two-phase design and forms part of the Neurodevelopmental Disorders Epidemiological Research Project (EPINED). The ADHD screening was conducted through parent (N = 3,727) and teacher (N = 6,894). To perform ADHD diagnosis (DSM-5), screen positive and a subsample of the screen negative children and their parents were assessed using neuropsychological tests and a semi-structured psychiatric interview. Results: The ADHD overall estimate prevalence was 5.5% (7.7% in school-age children; 3.0% in pre-schoolers) and 3.5% for subclinical conditions. The combined presentation and mild severity were the most common, while 18.2% were highly impaired. Previous diagnoses were found in 12% of pre-schoolers and 41% school-aged. Conclusion: The prevalence found in Spain is higher than other European reports. The low ratio of prior-diagnoses indicates a need to provide resources for assessment in school and clinical settings.
- Subjects
DISEASE prevalence; ATTENTION-deficit hyperactivity disorder; PRESCHOOL children; NEURAL development; MENTAL health services
- Publication
Journal of Attention Disorders, 2021, Vol 25, Issue 13, p1818
- ISSN
1087-0547
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1177/1087054720938866