Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in adult patients with Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD): Is ADHD a vulnerability factor?

200499 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Hong Choon Chua · Institute of Mental Health

Abstract

There appears to be a significant association of PTSD with ADHD. ADHD or common predisposing factors may increase the vulnerability for developing PTSD.

Topics & Keywords

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Traumatic Brain Injury Research Child and Adolescent Psychosocial and Emotional Development

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Attention Disorders

Volume 8, Issue 1, pp. 11-16

DOI: 10.1177/108705470400800102

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