Is ADHD Over-diagnosed in Those with ASD?
Jan 31, 2017 5:12:03 GMT -5
Post by mrsbuttinski on Jan 31, 2017 5:12:03 GMT -5
www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-study-children-with-autism-may-be-over-diagnosed-with-adhd-300352704.html
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/872602
PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 27, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- A well-established screening tool used to assess children for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be less accurate when a child has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Pediatric researchers report that children with ASD may mistakenly be diagnosed with ADHD because they have autism-related social impairments rather than problems with attention. This is important for understanding what are the right services and treatments for a child...
www.medscape.com/viewarticle/872602