Age at diagnosis and diagnostic delay across attention-deficit hyperactivity and autism spectrums.

Rachael Knott Olivia J MellahnJeggan TiegoKathryn KalladyLouise E BrownDavid CoghillKatrina WilliamsMark A BellgroveBeth P Johnson

Published in: The Australian and New Zealand journal of psychiatry (2023)

Having attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder + autism and being female were associated with longer delays to diagnosis. The reasons for these delays and possible adverse effects on outcomes require further study.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism spectrum disorder
intellectual disability
working memory
emergency department
adipose tissue