A study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have a 71% higher risk of early death compared to those without the disorder. The review analyzed data from 19 studies involving nearly 16 million participants and found that ADHD medication may reduce the risk of death by 25%. However, researchers highlighted that the findings are preliminary and based on observational studies, indicating a need for further research to better understand the relationship between ADHD treatment and mortality.
Key facts
- ADHD is linked to a 71% higher risk of early death.
- The risk of death from suicide is nearly doubled for individuals with ADHD.
- Individuals with ADHD have a 55% higher risk of dying from injuries.
- Those taking ADHD medication have a 25% lower risk of death from any cause.
- The study analyzed data from 19 observational studies involving nearly 16 million people.
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