ADHD and depressive symptoms in adolescents: the role of community violence exposure.

Andrew StickleyRoman KoposovAi KoyanagiYosuke InoueVladislav Ruchkin

Published in: Social psychiatry and psychiatric epidemiology (2019)

Exposure to community violence may be associated with depression in adolescents with ADHD symptoms. Clinicians should enquire about exposure to community violence in adolescents with ADHD/ADHD symptoms. Early therapeutic interventions to address the effects of violence exposure in adolescents with ADHD may be beneficial for preventing depression in this group.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
mental health
young adults
depressive symptoms
autism spectrum disorder
physical activity
working memory
sleep quality
healthcare
intimate partner violence
palliative care