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One thing that interests me is the overlap between ADHD and ASD. My family seems to have a mix of different strengths of both. Some overlap of problems, e.g.
by kristianp 11mo ago
One thing that interests me is the overlap between ADHD and ASD. My family seems to have a mix of different strengths of both. Some overlap of problems, e.g. executive function, emotional regulation, hyperfocus on topics of interest, suggests to me there needs to be a re-assessment of both conditions.
The overlap also makes it difficult to diagnose ADHD when both are present.
- Maxious 11mo agoThe co-diagnosis of autism and ADHD became possible with the DSM-5 in 2013. According to the scientific literature, 50 to 70% of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also present with comorbid attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8918663/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8918663/