New research suggests ADHD could be associated with increased dementia risk
Toronto Sun
A new U.S. study suggests that ADHD may be associated with a significantly increased risk of dementia or mild cognitive impairment, with 6.7% of participants with ADHD showing cognitive impairment compared to 3.4% without the disorder. After adjusting for various factors, those with ADHD had over four times the risk. However, the research highlights an association rather than proving causation.
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