Health Outcomes and Mortality Risk in Older Adults with ADHD Symptoms
Author Information
Author(s): Tara Cooper, Andrea Piccinin
Primary Institution: University of Victoria
Hypothesis
The study aims to examine social determinants of health and risk for mortality associated with ADHD symptoms in older adults.
Conclusion
Older adults with ADHD symptoms do not have a significant risk for mortality compared to those without ADHD symptoms, despite reporting more chronic health conditions.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants were assigned to ADHD symptom or non-ADHD groups based on reported symptoms.
- Survival analysis showed no significant risk for mortality associated with ADHD symptoms.
- Older adults with ADHD symptoms reported more chronic health conditions.
Takeaway
This study looked at older people with ADHD and found that they don't die more often than those without ADHD, even though they have more health problems.
Methodology
Participants were screened for ADHD symptoms and followed until death or the most recent assessment.
Potential Biases
Selection and survival bias are important considerations in the study.
Limitations
The study highlights the importance of considering selection and survival bias when studying older adults with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Participant Demographics
Older adults from the Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.58
Confidence Interval
[.63, 1.29]
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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