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Prevalence of attention deficit disorder among preschool age children

B S Suvarna1, A Kamath

  • 1Department of Pharmacology, Melaka Manipal Medical College, India.

Nepal Medical College Journal : NMCJ
|September 23, 2009
PubMed

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This study found that 12.2% of preschool children in Mumbai have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Early diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in young children are recommended.

Area of Science:

  • Child Psychiatry
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood-onset psychiatric disorder.
  • Limited data exists on ADHD prevalence in preschool-aged children.
  • Early identification is crucial for effective intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of ADHD in preschool children (4-6 years) in Mumbai.
  • To assess the need for early diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in this age group.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 1250 children from 40 kindergartens in Mumbai.
  • Conner's Index questionnaire administered to parents and teachers.
  • Psychiatric interviews and DSM-IV criteria used for diagnosis.

Main Results:

  • 12.2% of preschool children were diagnosed with ADHD.
  • The prevalence rate is comparable to international studies.
  • A significant number of preschool children require ADHD diagnosis and treatment.

Conclusions:

  • The prevalence of ADHD in Mumbai's preschool population is significant.
  • Highlights the importance of early detection and management of ADHD.
  • Supports the need for targeted interventions for young children with ADHD.

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