May 2021 PMID 33515607

Comorbidity of ADHD and adult bipolar disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Carmen Schiweck, Gara Arteaga-Henriquez, Mareike Aichholzer, Sharmili Edwin Thanarajah, Sebastian Vargas-Cáceres, Silke Matura, Oliver Grimm, Jan Haavik, Sarah Kittel-Schneider, Josep Antoni Ramos-Quiroga, Stephen V Faraone, Andreas Reif

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Discussions largely highlight key statistics from the publication, such as 'up to 1 in 13 patients with ADHD has comorbid bipolar disorder,' and emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis and understanding comorbidity. Words like 'important,' 'systematic review,' and references to clinical relevance reflect high engagement and the perceived significance of the research, indicating these discussions are targeted at both informing and influencing practice.

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Abstract in brief

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 71 studies involving over 600,000 participants found that about 1 in 13 adults with ADHD also have bipolar disorder (BD), and nearly 1 in 6 adults with BD have ADHD, indicating a high level of comorbidity.
There was significant variability in the rates of co-occurrence based on factors like diagnostic system, sample size, cultural, and geographical differences, with ADHD symptoms appearing earlier in those with both conditions.
The findings highlight the importance for clinicians to accurately diagnose both disorders to prevent misdiagnosis and provide effective treatment, considering the diverse factors influencing comorbidity rates.]

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Russell Barkley, PhD - Dedicated to ADHD Science+ · Dec 20, 2024 5,520 views

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Understanding ADHD and Its Common Comorbidities

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Paul Whiteley

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@MsRobinHosking Possibly, there's lots of overlaps: https://t.co/lAHgE4f39v Important to distinguish given the possible therapeutic use of e.g. lithium for BD https://t.co/kp6OfAwtiC Professional assessment is a must.

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