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Its hard for people with ADHD to just "sit still"

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Its hard for people with ADHD to just "sit still"

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Autism spectrum disorder and ADHD are related in several ways. ADHD is not on the autism spectrum, but they have some of the same symptoms.
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Patients whose ADHD persisted into adulthood saw an additional five-year reduction in life expectancy. Compared to a control group, adults with ADHD could expect to have 11 to 13 years cut off their lives compared to neurotypical peers of a similar age and heath profile.

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Childhood ADHD may more drastically shorten a patient's life expectancy than any other single health threat including high cholesterol, obesity, and alcohol or tobacco use. This is according to a new study by Russell Barkley, Ph.D., who determined that the risk factors associated with childhood ADHD may decrease longevity by up to 13 years.
November 20, 2018
High cholesterol, obesity, and substance use - these are the major risks to patient longevity most closely monitored by physicians. And, according to Russell Barkley, Ph.D., this list is missing one key metric: childhood ADHD.

In fact, Barkley says ADHD is the Number One factor affecting mortality for the people who have it. In other words, ADHD is not just a mental health issue; it's a significant public health problem.

During a presentation at the 2018 CHADD Conference in St. Louis, Missouri last week, Barkley demonstrated the complex ways attention deficit disorder ( ADHD or ADD) can shorten a patient's life span. Barkley's research team used data from a longitudinal study that followed a large group of predominantly white, male patients with ADHD from childhood through adulthood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The team uncovered a set of distinct risk factors - and adverse outcomes - during each developmental stage. These ADHD-related risk factors spanned cognitive, family, peer, educational, occupational, financial, sexual, driving, and health-related domains.

The researchers then used an actuarial database calculator from the University of Connecticut (UConn) to determine exactly how each risk factor may translate into years of lost longevity.The results of this analysis showed that expected life span is reduced by nearly nine healthy years (eight years overall), for those who had ADHD in childhood when compared to a control group.

Patients whose ADHD persisted into adulthood saw an additional five-year reduction in life expectancy. Compared to a control group, adults with ADHD could expect to have 11 to 13 years cut off their lives compared to neurotypical peers of a similar age and heath profile.

Why Does ADHD Impact Life Span So Dramatically?

Regression analyses determined that impaired behavioral inhibition was primary factor that significantly reduced life expectancy in people with childhood ADHD. This includes the following behaviors:

Low conscientiousness

Poor self-regulation

High impulsivity

There are two ADHD-risk genes that additionally contribute to reduced life expectancy when they occur in certain allele polymorphisms, and there is also a small effect from comorbid conditions including conduct problems and depression.

How Can Physicians Help Mitigate These Risk Factors?

The ADHD-related reductions in life expectancy are impressive, but not unchangeable. Nine of the fourteen risk factors used in the UConn calculator can be altered:

Initiatives to improve overall health will improve life expectancy going forward - if ADHD symptoms are under control first, Barkley says. Because ADHD causes underlying problems with inhibition, self-regulation, and conscientiousness, leaving the condition untreated or insufficiently treated will cause most patients to fail in their efforts to live healthier lives.

First, physicians must focus on reducing impulsivity and behavioral inhibition problems with medication or cognitive behavioral interventions. Additionally, they must broaden their assessment lens to acknowledge that patients who fail repeatedly at self-change programs should be evaluated for underlying ADHD.

The publication of the study is forthcoming in the Journal of Attention Disorders.

Updated on November 22, 2019

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ADHD May Reduce Life Expectancy by As Much As 13 Years

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Childhood ADHD may more drastically shorten a patient's life expectancy than any other single health threat including high cholesterol, obesity, and alcohol or tobacco use. This is according to a new study by Russell Barkley, Ph.D., who determined that the risk factors associated with childhood ADHD may decrease longevity by up to 13 years.

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i think everyone should know how to help a friend with a disorder so you can be there for them.

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i think everyone should know how to help a friend with a disorder so you can be there for them.

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Seeking out help won't make you weak it will only make you stronger.

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Seeking out help won't make you weak it will only make you stronger.

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Don't be afraid to reach out to someone.

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Don't be afraid to reach out to someone.

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ADHD makes focusing hard for people who are diagnosed with it

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ADHD makes focusing hard for people who are diagnosed with it

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-People with ADHD don't have a lack of knowledge

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-People with ADHD don't have a lack of knowledge

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-BDP doesnt make people mean or angry
-hard for people with ADHD to sithc tasks

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Ignoring or pushing aside a feeling or thought only makes things worse

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Ignoring or pushing aside a feeling or thought only makes things worse

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1. Saying things like "yeah I'm so OCD about being organized" can be very offensive to people who actually have a really hard time dealing with their mental illnesses

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1. Saying things like "yeah I'm so OCD about being organized" can be very offensive to people who actually have a really hard time dealing with their mental illnesses

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2. People with ADHD either are very interested or not paying attention at all
3. Not all medications will be effective and will sometimes give you other symptoms such as loss of appetite

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Talk to someone close to you that you trust if your ever feeling alone or need to talk to someone.

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Talk to someone close to you that you trust if your ever feeling alone or need to talk to someone.

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It can be difficult to find motivation to get help

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Suicide is highest through the ages 11-17

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Suicide is highest through the ages 11-17

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There are lots of apps that can help people who have anxiety breath and slow their heart rate to clear the mind.  

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There are lots of apps that can help people who have anxiety breath and slow their heart rate to clear the mind.  

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There is medication for ADHD that helps you focus.

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There is medication for ADHD that helps you focus.

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ADHD is a lifelong disorder but you can get it under control

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ADHD is a lifelong disorder but you can get it under control

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It can be hard for people to control there emotions and state of mind

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It can be hard for people to control there emotions and state of mind

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1. People with ADHD can have trouble with things like school and work because that get distracted easily.

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1. People with ADHD can have trouble with things like school and work because that get distracted easily.

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2. People with ADHD can hear everything someone says but forget it very quickly
3. People with ADHD can be impulsive

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If you feel alone you can always call a hotline whenever you're in a life crisis or feel you have exhausted all of your resources.

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If you feel alone you can always call a hotline whenever you're in a life crisis or feel you have exhausted all of your resources.

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It can take more than one diagnosis to find out whats wrong

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People with ADHD struggle to control their emotions 

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People with ADHD struggle to control their emotions 

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A mental Illness can greatly impact someones life 

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A mental Illness can greatly impact someones life 

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Talk to a friend, family member, or professional to get help

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Talk to a friend, family member, or professional to get help

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having anxiety can be mentally emotionally and physically exhausting

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having anxiety can be mentally emotionally and physically exhausting

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Some people have the courage to speak out about there struggles they have so people don't feel alone.

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Some people have the courage to speak out about there struggles they have so people don't feel alone.

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A person with ADHD has a frontal cortex that is basically running off of fumes instead of gasoline.

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A person with ADHD has a frontal cortex that is basically running off of fumes instead of gasoline.

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Call a mental health hotline and talk to someone because they understand what your going through

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1)Mental health is one of the most painful problems to deal with or to hear about.

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1)Mental health is one of the most painful problems to deal with or to hear about.

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2)Mental health not only affects the person who is not well it affects their families and their friends.

3) There is so much more that we can do but we don't do it and we need to do something.

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1.) The app Colourfy allows you to color which lets you get your mind off what you are axious about.
2.) You dont always have to listen to the voice inside your head. Get your mind off of it by exercising, going for a walk, etc.
3.) There are breathing apps that allow you to get rid of your anxiety by taking deep breaths.

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If you feel alone watch a show with a character who speaks to you

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If you feel alone watch a show with a character who speaks to you

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1. People who have depression should talk to trusted friend or adult. 

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1. People who have depression should talk to trusted friend or adult. 

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2. People with ADHD can get distracted easily in school or work.

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1. There are anonymous forums that you can use to talk to others struggling the same way as you.
2. Treatment centers are available if you need to put your other concerns on hold and focus on your mental health.
3. When choosing a college, it is important to choose an environment you will be comfortable in so you are less likely to fall to a mental illness.

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watch inspiring movies so you believe in yourself.

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The article identified a  strong relationship between sports participation in childhood 

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The article identified a  strong relationship between sports participation in childhood 

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1.PTSD patients are more likely to recieve help when they don't feel the stigma
2. The stigma around mental health decreases the number of people who recieve help
3. People should respect other's diffculties and encourage those who are suffering to get help

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1. Those with ADHD tend to have difficulty hiding their emotions.
2. Those with ADHD are not procrastinators, they just have trouble planning steps to reach a goal.
3. Those with ADHD have knowledge, they just have trouble putting that knowledge into practice.

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1.) Social media is saying that it is ok to seek help and talk to someone.

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1.) Social media is saying that it is ok to seek help and talk to someone.

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2.)Use apps that help with anxiety
3.) People with ADD are usually misunderstood and are viewed negatively

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Its difficult on the person suffering from whatever illness they have.

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Its difficult on the person suffering from whatever illness they have.

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Dissociation is a coping mechanism for BPD

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If you feel alone watch movies that inspire you to get through you day

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If you feel alone watch movies that inspire you to get through you day

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If you feel alone, go to your local animal shelter and play with the dogs

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People with ADHD struggle greatly when trying to focus on one thing

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People with ADHD struggle greatly when trying to focus on one thing

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Social Media has greatly helped people with depression seek out help and feel not alone

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Social Media has greatly helped people with depression seek out help and feel not alone

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1. A tip for your mental health is that you should not assume that you can fix everything yourself
2. When dealing with someone else's mental health, you should express gratitude
3. Having ADHD is like having a conversation in a public place and hearing every noise around you except for the voice you're supposed to listen to

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For some people struggling with depression its a huge challenge to find motivation to go out and seek help

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For some people struggling with depression its a huge challenge to find motivation to go out and seek help