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The Impact of the Comorbidity of ASD and ADHD on Social Impairment.

Christina M HarkinsBenjamin L HandenMicah O Mazurek
Published in: Journal of autism and developmental disorders (2021)
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) both experience behavioral and social difficulties. Prior research has shown that when these disorders co-occur, behavioral symptoms associated with both disorders may be more severe. There is only limited research on the impact of ASD + ADHD comorbidity on social functioning. The present study investigated social impairment in 282 children diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, or ASD + ADHD. No significant differences in social impairment were found between the ASD and ASD + ADHD groups. This study contributes to extant literature indicating mixed findings in regard to social functioning amidst the ASD + ADHD comorbidity.
Keyphrases
  • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • autism spectrum disorder
  • intellectual disability
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • working memory
  • young adults
  • systematic review
  • physical activity
  • early onset