- Journal of Experimental and Clinical Medicine
- Vol: 38 Issue: 3
- Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adult Primary Dysmenorrhea Patients
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adult Primary Dysmenorrhea Patients
Authors : Nevin Sağsöz, Ömer Oğuztürk, Fatma Aktulum
Pages : 305-307
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Publication Date : 2021-05-01
Article Type : Research
Abstract :The aim of this study is to evaluate attention- deficit hyperactivity disorder in adult primary dysmenorrhea patients. 62 primary dysmenorrhea patients and 52 control group members are included in the study. Demographic characteristics such as education level and age were noted. Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms were identified by the Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Self-Report Scale, Short Form-36 and also Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale were conducted. According to the Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Self-Report Scale scores primary dysmenorrhea patients had a significantly higher rate compared to the control group. In bivariate analysis, Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Self-Report Scale scores were were found to have an association with Short Form-36 physical and mental component scores, anxiety and depression scores. Symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder may be confronted in primary dysmenorrhea patients.Keywords : Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults Self-Report Scale, Primary dysmenorrhea, Quality of life, Anxiety, Depression