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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and eating disorders.

R Ptáček¹, H Kuželová, H Papežová

¹Charles University in Prague, First Faculty of Medicine and General University Hospital, Department of Psychiatry, Prague, Czech Republic. ptacek@neuro.cz

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is linked to a higher risk of obesity and eating disorders. These conditions may stem from ADHD-related impulsivity and unique eating habits, potentially explaining weight changes.

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Area of Science:

Child Psychology
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Nutritional Psychiatry

Background:

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent childhood neurodevelopmental disorder.
Comorbidities are common in ADHD, with emerging evidence suggesting a link to eating disorders.
Previous research indicates a higher predisposition to obesity and overnutrition markers in individuals with ADHD.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the potential association between ADHD and eating disorders.
To investigate if eating disorders can help explain observed weight and growth changes in ADHD patients.
To understand the role of impulsivity and feeding behaviors in ADHD-related nutritional issues.

Main Methods:

Literature review of existing studies on ADHD and eating disorders.
Analysis of research linking ADHD to obesity, body mass index, and body fat percentages.
Examination of studies on impulsivity and feeding customs in ADHD populations.

Main Results:

Multiple studies suggest a correlation between ADHD and increased risk of obesity and overnutrition.
Impulsivity and specific eating patterns in ADHD patients may contribute to these nutritional issues.
The presence of eating disorders could be a partial explanation for growth and weight alterations in ADHD.

Conclusions:

Eating disorders may represent a significant comorbidity in Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Impulsivity and feeding behaviors associated with ADHD could underlie the observed nutritional differences.
Further research is warranted to elucidate the complex relationship between ADHD, eating disorders, and metabolic health.