Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms in Adults Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis: Prevalence and Correlates

• Published in: Journal of clinical medicine 2024-06, Vol.13 (13), p.3844
• Main Authors: Al-Ameri, Mariam, Abu-Shaikh, Hanan, Mansour, Mohammad, Al-Habahbeh, Suha, Weshah, Feras, Ennab, Wail, Binsaleh, Ammena Y, Shilbayeh, Sireen Abdul Rahim, Gammoh, Omar
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: Addictions; Adults; Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Data analysis; Disease; Hyperactivity; Multiple sclerosis; Regression analysis; Smartphones; Variables
• ISSN: 2077-0383; 2077-0383
• DOI: 10.3390/jcm13133844

: The relationship between adult ADHD symptoms in People with Multiple Sclerosis (PwMS) is understudied. This study aimed to answer two questions: are PwMS more likely to experience higher ADHD symptoms versus healthy subjects? And what are the correlates of severe ADHD symptoms in PwMS? : This study followed a cross-sectional design with predefined inclusion criteria. The Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale-V1.1 (ASRS) was used to assess the ADHD symptoms severity. : Data were analyzed from 171 PwMS and 200 controls. Regression analysis revealed that PwMS were at a significantly (B = 3.05, t = 2.24, 95% CI = 0.37-5.73, = 0.02) higher risk to report higher ADHD scores versus controls. In addition, PwMS with relapses in the last 6 months and PwMS reporting smartphone addiction were at a significantly higher risk for severe ADHD (B = 7.19, t = 269, 95% CI = 1.91-12.48, = 0.008) and (B = 9.18, t = 3.47, 95% CI = 3.97-14.41, = 0.001), respectively. In conclusion, diagnosis with MS in our study was identified as a risk for higher ADHD symptoms. : Further research is required to establish this relationship, and holistic medical and psychological interventions are required to improve the cognitive status of PwMS.