Prevalence, Gender Distribution and Presence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder by Certain Sociodemographic Characteristics Among University Students

摘要

Introduction:Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder usually diagnosed in children, with appearance of the first symptoms before the age of seven years. The disorder is characterized by inattention and/or impulsivity and hyperactivity that can seriously affect many aspects of behavior and performance at school. Specific sociodemographic characteristics seem to contribute to the appearance of ADHD.