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The relationship between ADHD traits and sensory sensitivity in the general population
Maria Panagiotidi1, Paul G Overton2, Tom Stafford2
1School of Psychology, Sport and Exercise, Staffordshire University, College Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire ST4 2DE, UK.
Comprehensive Psychiatry
|November 10, 2017
Summary
This study found a strong link between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) traits and sensory processing difficulties in the general population. Increased ADHD traits correlate with more frequent sensory challenges across all senses.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Human Behavior
Background:
- Preliminary research indicates varied sensory responsivity in individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
- ADHD traits exist on a continuum within the general population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the relationship between ADHD traits and sensory sensitivity in the general population.
- To determine if sensory processing difficulties are associated with ADHD traits.
Main Methods:
- Administered two online questionnaires to 234 participants.
- Measured ADHD traits and sensory responsivity across multiple sensory domains.
Main Results:
- Found a significant positive correlation between ADHD traits and sensory processing problems.
- Higher levels of ADHD traits were associated with increased sensory difficulties across all modalities.
- ADHD traits were predictive of sensory difficulties, with factor analysis revealing a combined ADHD and sensory processing factor.
Conclusions:
- This is the first study to demonstrate a positive relationship between sensory processing and ADHD traits in the general population.
- Sensory difficulties may be an integral component of the ADHD phenotype.
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