Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder differential diagnosis
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Charmaine Patel, M.D. [2] Kiran Singh, M.D. [3]
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Overview
ADHD must be differentiated from other diseases such as autism spectrum disorder, anxiety disorders, conduct disorder and childhood bipolar disorder.[1]
Differentiating Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder from Other Diseases
The differential for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is wide, as many of the symptoms overlap with the symptoms seen in other psychiatric illnesses. In addition, there may be comorbidity with other diseases such as seizure disorders and other disorders causing disruptive behavior. Learning disorders are also common in persons with ADHD. Common comorbid disorders include:
- Childhood bipolar disorder
- Conduct disorder
- Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.[1]
- Childhood depression
- Intermittent explosive disorder[1]
- Learning disorders
- Normal response to a pathologic or abusive home
- Neuroendocrine abnormality such as hyperthyroidism
- Neurodevelopmental disorders[1]
- Physical abuse or neglect
- Reactive attachment disorder[1]
- Substance use disorders[1]