ADHD in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prevalence Studies in Outpatient Psychiatric Clinics.

Dimitrios AdamisCaroline FlynnMargo WrigleyBlánaid GavinFiona McNicholas

Published in: Journal of attention disorders (2022)

Meta-analysis shows high rates of adult ADHD among psychiatric outpatient clinics. Applying DSM-5 criteria increased prevalence rates. More methodologically robust studies, using two-stage design, need to be conducted to help assist in service planning.

Keyphrases

case control
mental health
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
systematic review
primary care
risk factors
autism spectrum disorder
working memory
healthcare
meta analyses