- Cukurova Medical Journal
- Cilt: 48 Sayı: 3
- The impact of maltreatment on symptom severity in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity diso...
The impact of maltreatment on symptom severity in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Authors : Ipek Suzer Gamli, Ayşegül Yolga Tahiroğlu
Pages : 797-805
Doi:10.17826/cumj.1309521
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Publication Date : 2023-09-30
Article Type : Research
Abstract :Purpose This study aimed to compare the impact of maltreatment on the subtype, comorbidity, sociodemographic characteristics, and psychometric characteristics of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Materials and Methods: The study participants included 150 treatment-naïve children with ADHD with (n=75) and without (n=75) a history of maltreatment by parents. A sociodemographic form, the Conners Parent Rating Scale (CPRS), the Conners Teacher Rating Scale (CTRS), the Family Assessment Device (FAD), and the Stroop Form were applied. Results: Earlier referral, peer discord, and lower parental age were frequent in the maltreated group, while the maternal employment rates were significantly lower. ADHD-combined type and comorbid oppositional defiant disorder were significantly higher in the maltreated group. The CPRS and FAD scores were also significantly higher). Conclusion: A higher incidence of destructive behavioral patterns may increase the risk of maltreatment. Families of children with hyperactivity and defiant characteristics may have difficulties in managing behavioral problems and may exhibit domestic violence, with the Multidisciplinary approaches, including parental education programs and social investigation, should be considered.Keywords : Dikkat eksikliği, hiperaktivite, karşıt olma, şiddet, psikososyal