J Affect Disord November 2025 PMID 40393551

The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review.

Alex F Martin, G James Rubin, M Brooke Rogers, Simon Wessely, Neil Greenberg, Charlotte E Hall, Angie Pitt, Poppy Ellis Logan, Rebecca Lucas, Samantha K Brooks

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a shared recognition that ADHD prevalence hasn't increased significantly, with comments like 'No significant rise was found,' and emphasize challenges like access and diagnosis improvements. The tone combines curiosity and concern, highlighting the potential for policy or clinical practice impacts based on the study’s findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that the prevalence of ADHD has remained steady and highlight the importance of improving diagnosis and support.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show a high interest level, especially with comments emphasizing access, diagnostic quality, and implications of findings.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage by referencing specific aspects of the study, such as limitations and implications for healthcare and education.

ImpactModerate impact

The focus on improving diagnostic practices and access indicates that these discussions could influence attitudes or policies, albeit moderately.

Abstract in brief

  • The review analyzed recent studies on ADHD prevalence and incidence across 17 countries and found no significant increase in overall prevalence since 2020, although some variability in new cases was observed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • The research highlighted major limitations in the current literature, including delays in reporting, lack of healthcare and school-level data, and generally low study quality, which affect the accuracy of findings.
  • The review emphasizes the need for further high-quality research to better understand ADHD trends and inform healthcare policies and clinical practices effectively.]

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El Paido ®️
@ElPaido · X

El TDAH parece tener una prevalencia estable, pero más gente busca evaluación. El reto no es solo saber cuántos lo tienen, sino mejorar acceso, calidad diagnóstica y apoyo educativo. ¿Qué opinan? https://t.co/oFy0UvimED

Aug 11, 2025 · 5 likes · 13,470 followers View post →
Dan Jagger
@auditorynerves.bsky.social · Bluesky

Own access link to study: The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review.

Jun 5, 2025 · 5 likes · 2 shares View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review https://t.co/qpcczOnpHf via @poppyellislogan et al https://t.co/Ju0QRdMe7l

Jun 11, 2025 · 1 like · 32,344 followers View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review https://t.co/qpcczOmRRH via @poppyellislogan et al https://t.co/mKK5TySOhP

Jun 11, 2025 · 1 like · 32,344 followers View post →

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El Paido ®️
@ElPaido · X

El TDAH parece tener una prevalencia estable, pero más gente busca evaluación. El reto no es solo saber cuántos lo tienen, sino mejorar acceso, calidad diagnóstica y apoyo educativo. ¿Qué opinan? https://t.co/oFy0UvimED

Aug 11, 2025 · 5 likes · 13,470 followers View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review https://t.co/qpcczOnpHf via @poppyellislogan et al https://t.co/Ju0QRdMe7l

Jun 11, 2025 · 1 like · 32,344 followers View post →
Ash Paul
@pash22 · X

The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review https://t.co/qpcczOmRRH via @poppyellislogan et al https://t.co/mKK5TySOhP

Jun 11, 2025 · 1 like · 32,344 followers View post →
Dan Jagger
@auditorynerves.bsky.social · Bluesky

Own access link to study: The changing prevalence of ADHD? A systematic review.

Jun 5, 2025 · 5 likes · 2 shares View post →
Paul Whiteley
@PaulWhiteleyPhD · X

"No significant rise in ADHD prevalence was found..." https://t.co/ARE6GQmilu A rather interesting finding from a systematic review of "post-2020 studies of ADHD prevalence and incidence."

May 21, 2025 · 1 like · 5,015 followers View post →
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