Underdiagnosis of ADHD in a patient with autism: A case report
Correct diagnosis of autism in adults, especially in patients initially diagnosed with ADHD, is crucial to appropriate treatment. A case report of a 24-year-old man reveals that late identification of autism after years of underdiagnosis underscores the importance of continued investigation and the creation of inclusive environments to ensure a meaningful life for these individuals.
Authors
- Matheus Santos Silva
- Thaynara Guimarães Martins
- Pedro Henrique Rodrigues (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5631-6229)
- Natália Gonçalves de Castro
- Martina Albuquerque Santin
- Paula Vitória Nuernberg
- Ana Amélia Athaydes Clusella de Mello
Publication Details
- Published
- 2024-10-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.56238/iiicongressmedicalnursing-048
- Primary Topic
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00