February 9, 2021Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD or ADD) is three times more common in people with mood disorders compared to those without, according to a meta-analysis published in Acta Psychiatrica Scandinavica.1 ADHD was also found to be 1.7 times more common in patients with bipolar disorder (BP) compared to those with major depressive disorder (MDD).
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness that is characterized by extreme mood swings, abrupt changes in energy levels, and distorted decision making.
Major depressive disorder is a serious condition that’s symptoms interfere with all aspects of life, such as sleep, work, school, and eating.A systematic review was conducted on 92 studies including 17,089 individuals.
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