The prevalence of undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among undergraduate medical students: a survey from Pakistan

This study reveals a significant prevalence of undiagnosed adult ADHD and an inattentive dominance among medical students in Pakistan, highlighting gaps in awareness and screening. These findings emphasize the crucial need for implementing ADHD screening programs.

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BMC Psychiatry
Published
2024-11-25
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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12888-024-06182-4
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5
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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The prevalence of undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among undergraduate medical students: a survey from Pakistan

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The prevalence of undiagnosed attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder among undergraduate medical students: a survey from Pakistan

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Abstract

This study reveals a significant prevalence of undiagnosed adult ADHD and an inattentive dominance among medical students in Pakistan, highlighting gaps in awareness and screening. These findings emphasize the crucial need for implementing ADHD screening programs.

BMC PsychiatryVol. 24(1)
Zagazig University (EG), Liaquat National Hospital (PK)
Openalex Percentile: Top 13%
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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