Body mass index and physical activity in schoolchildren with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder by clinical subtype

Introduction Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, affecting neurodevelopment: motor behaviors, cognition, socialization, emotions, and others1. ADHD is the most common neuropsychiatric disorder in childhood, with a worldwide prevalence of around 5.2%2, although a more recent review reported a prevalence of 3.4%3. Overweight and obesity (OW/OB) are defined as […]