Prevalence of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children, adolescents and adults in the Middle East and North Africa region: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Mohammad Al-WardatMohammad EtoomKhader A AlmhdawiZiad HawamdehYousef Khader

Published in: BMJ open (2024)

The overall prevalence of ADHD was high in the MENA region. It is crucial to allocate more attention and resources towards the prevention and treatment of ADHD in children, adolescents and adults within the region.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
young adults
working memory
autism spectrum disorder
risk factors
physical activity
replacement therapy