The Relationships Between ADHD and Social Functioning and Participation in Older Adults in a Population-Based Study

Conclusion: ADHD in old age is related to being divorced/never married and loneliness but not to work participation. Psycho geriatric practices should direct their attention to loneliness when treating ADHD.

Source: Journal of Attention Disorders - April 1, 2015 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Michielsen, M., Comijs, H. C., Aartsen, M. J., Semeijn, E. J., Beekman, A. T. F., Deeg, D. J. H., Kooij, J. J. S. Tags: Special Section: Older Adults with ADHD Source Type: research