Preterm postnatal complications and risk of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Winnie Wan-Yee TsoFrederick Ka Wing HoDavid CoghillTatia Mei-Chun LeeYuliang WangSo-Lun LeeMabel Siu-Chun WongJason Cheuk Sing YamIan Chi Kei WongPatrick Ip

Published in: Developmental medicine and child neurology (2022)

Children born preterm in all subcategories, from extremely preterm to late preterm, have increased risk of ADHD. Early respiratory infection partially mediates the risk of ADHD in children born preterm.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
low birth weight
gestational age
preterm infants
preterm birth
autism spectrum disorder
working memory
young adults
risk factors
respiratory tract