According to a new study in
Pediatrics, by researchers at
Brown Medical Schoolin Providence, Rhode Island,
children with ADHD are more likely to become overweight.
Reutersreports:
The results of prior research has suggested that the impulsivity and poor behavioral regulation that is common in children with ADHD may promote certain eating patterns that increase the risk of obesity, co-authors Molly E. Waring and Dr. Kate L. Lapane, from Brown Medical School in Providence, Rhode Island, note.
To investigate further, the researchers analyzed data from 62,887 children and adolescents included in the 2003-2004 National Survey of Children's Health.
Children with ADHD were identified based the response of the parent to the question: "Has a doctor or health professional ever told you that your child has attention-deficit disorder or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, that is, ADD or ADHD?"
The prevalence of ADD or ADHD was 8.8 percent, the authors report in the journal Pediatrics, and approximately half the affected children were taking medication for the condition.
I think most mental disorders could lead to weight-gain. When I was depressed and self-loathing I wasover 60 pounds heavier than I am now—food is a great crutch.
I think most mental disorders could lead to weight-gain. When I was depressed and self-loathing I wasover 60 pounds heavier than I am now—food is a great crutch.