ADHD and Asthma in Adults
Author Information
Author(s): Fasmer Ole Bernt, Halmøy Anne, Eagan Tomas Mikal, Oedegaard Ketil Joachim, Haavik Jan
Primary Institution: University of Bergen
Hypothesis
Is there a relationship between adult ADHD and asthma prevalence?
Conclusion
Adults with ADHD have a higher prevalence of asthma compared to the general population.
Supporting Evidence
- ADHD patients reported asthma at a rate of 24.4%, compared to 11.3% in controls.
- Female ADHD patients had a higher prevalence of asthma than male ADHD patients.
- Asthma was associated with increased symptoms of mood and anxiety disorders in both groups.
Takeaway
People with ADHD are more likely to have asthma, and those with asthma may show more ADHD symptoms.
Methodology
A cross-sectional study comparing 594 ADHD patients with 719 controls using self-report questionnaires.
Potential Biases
Self-reported asthma diagnosis may underestimate prevalence.
Limitations
The study may not represent all ADHD patients, as it focuses on those seeking treatment.
Participant Demographics
594 ADHD patients and 719 controls, with a mean age of 34.0 years for ADHD patients.
Statistical Information
P-Value
< 0.001
Confidence Interval
1.89-3.44
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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