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Morgan B Drake1, Cynthia A Riccio1, Nicole Svenkerud Hale1
1Texas A&M University, College Station, USA.
Adult ADHD diagnosis using self-report measures showed that both broadband and narrowband tools identified ADHD symptoms. However, ADHD symptoms also correlated with social stress, anxiety, and inadequacy in college students.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Psychology
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Background:
- Self-report measures are frequently used in diagnosing adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- These measures can be broad, encompassing various behaviors, or narrow, focusing on specific ADHD symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of broadband and narrowband self-report measures in identifying ADHD in college students.
- To explore the relationship between ADHD symptoms and other psychological factors in a university student population.
Main Methods:
- The study analyzed data from college students referred for ADHD evaluation at a university clinic.
- Both broadband and narrowband ADHD self-report measures were administered.
Main Results:
- Students diagnosed with ADHD showed significant differences on ADHD symptom sets compared to non-diagnosed students, irrespective of measure type (broadband or narrowband).
- Across the entire sample, ADHD symptoms were significantly correlated with social stress, anxiety, and feelings of inadequacy.
Conclusions:
- ADHD symptom presentation and functional impairment in college students may be influenced by co-occurring conditions or alternative factors.
- Clinical assessment should consider factors beyond core ADHD symptoms, such as social stress and anxiety.
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