Serious Games to Improve Attention in Boys and Girls with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): A Pilot Study

Background: The objective of this study was to test a treatment program in Serious Games (SG) format to improve attention in children from Catalonia, Spain, with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The activities adapted to the SG format consisted of (1) stimulus selection, (2) mark equal drawings, (3) eight differences, (4) hidden figures, (5) compare texts, (6) compare measures and shapes, (7) put model keys, (8) labyrinths and (9) memorization of drawings. Method: A pretest-posttest design was used with a cohort of 30 children between 8 and 10 years old diagnosed with ADHD, with 20% girls (n = 6) and 80% boys (n = 24) with a mean age of 9.4 years (SD = 0.63; range of 8 to 10 years). Four schools and a clinical center from Catalonia, Spain participated in the sample composition. Half of the sample participated in an attention improvement program for nine sessions of 30-45 minutes each in Serious Games format. They were presented with a series of game challenges with various virtual scenarios through a monitor. The other half did the same attention improvement program in pencil and paper format. Results: The children in the Serious Games group progressed and improved more during treatment, as shown by the average number of errors of commission (p =.02) than those in the pencil and paper group. Both groups also improved in the total score and concentration scale of the D2 test (p < .001). Conclusions: Attentional training through programs in Serious Games format seems to have a more significant effect on commission errors than attentional training in pencil and paper format.

Antecedentes: El objetivo del presente estudio ha sido poner a prueba un programa de tratamiento en formato Serious Games (SG) para mejorar la atención en niños de Cataluña, España, con Trastorno por Déficit de Atención/Hiperactividad (TDAH). Las actividades adaptadas al formato SG consistieron en (1) selección de estímulos, (2) marcar dibujos iguales, (3) ocho diferencias, (4) figuras ocultas, (5) comparar textos, (6) comparar medidas y formas, (7) poner llaves modelo, (8) laberintos y (9) memorización de dibujos. Método: Se utilizó un diseño pretest-postest con una cohorte de 30 niños entre 8 y 10 años con diagnóstico de TDAH, con un 20% de niñas (n = 6) y un 80% de niños (n = 24) con una edad media de 9.4 años (DE = 0.63; rango de 8 a 10 años). La mitad de la muestra participó en un programa de mejora de la atención durante 9 sesiones de entre 30-45 minutos cada una en formato de Serious Games. Se les presentó una serie de desafios de juego con varios escenarios virtuales a través de un monitor. La otra mitad de la muestra hizo el mismo programa de mejora de la atención, pero en formato lápiz y papel. Resultados: Los niños del grupo de Serious Games progresaron y mejoraron más durante el tratamiento, como lo demuestra el promedio de errores de comisión (p = .02), en comparación con los niños del grupo de lápiz y papel. Ambos grupos también mejoraron en la puntuación total y en la escala de concentración de la prueba D2 (ambos p < .001). Conclusiones: El entrenamiento atencional a través de programas en formato Serious Games parece tener un mayor efecto que el entrenamiento atencional en formato lápiz y papel sobre los errores de comisión.

El rol de la retroalimentación en la toma de decisiones bajo riesgo en niños/as y adolescentes con Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad

Los estudios en niños/as y adolescentes con Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad (TDAH) suelen evidenciar dificultades en la toma de decisiones, vinculadas con comportamientos más riesgosos. El objetivo del presente estudio fue analizar y comparar el proceso de Toma de Decisiones Bajo Riesgo (TDBR) en niños/as y adolescentes con TDAH, considerando los tipos de retroalimentaciones utilizadas. Los tipos de retroalimentaciones se refieren al procesamiento de las consecuencias de las decisiones de los ensayos previos y a su influencia en las elecciones presentes y futuras. Se realizó un estudio descriptivo comparativo con un diseño ex post facto retrospectivo con dos grupos. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 100 niños/as y adolescentes de 8 a 15 años (68 niños y niñas de 8 a 11 años y 32 adolescentes de 12 a 16 años), divididos en grupo clínico y grupo control, pareados por sexo y edad. Para evaluar la TDBR se administró el Test de los Dados (The Game of Dice Task, GDT), la cual es una prueba informatizada en la que se deben tomar decisiones apostando para ganar puntos. Para analizar los tipos de retroalimentación se consideraron ocho tipos posibles. Los resultados evidenciaron un comportamiento con una tendencia a elegir opciones de riesgo en la población con TDAH, tanto en el tipo de elecciones realizadas como en la forma en que utilizan la retroalimentación al ganar o al perder, no vinculándose necesariamente con decisiones desfavorables. Estos hallazgos podrían contribuir al desarrollo de programas de intervención destinados a disminuir las dificultades en la toma de decisiones en personas con diagnóstico de TDAH.

Studies on children and adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often show difficulties in decision-making, linked to riskier behaviors. The aim of the present study was to analyze and compare the process of Decision Making Under Risk (DMUR) in children and adolescents with ADHD considering the types of feedback used. Feedback types refer to processing the consequences of previous trial decisions and their influence on present and future choices. A comparative descriptive study was carried out with a retrospective ex post facto type design with two groups. The sample consisted of 100 boys, girls and adolescents from 8 to 15 years old, (68 boys and girls from 8 to 11 years old and 32 adolescents from 12 to 16 years old), divided into a clinical group and a control group paired by sex and age. To evaluate the DMUR, the Game of Dice Task (GDT) was administered, which is a computerized test in which betting decisions must be made to earn points. And to analyze the types of feedback, eight possible types were considered. The results showed a behavior with a tendency to choose risky options in the population with ADHD, both in the type of choices made and in the way, they use feedback when winning or losing, not necessarily linked to unfavorable decisions. These findings could contribute to the development of intervention programs aimed at reducing the difficulties in decision-making in people diagnosed with ADHD.

Velocidad de procesamiento en escolares chilenos con y sin Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad (TDAH) / Processing Speed in Chilean Schoolchildren With and Without Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) / Velocidade de processamento em estudantes chilenos com e sem Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade (TDAH)

El TDAH es el trastorno del neurodesarrollo más diagnosticado en escolares. La evidencia indica que las funciones ejecutivas, como es el caso de la velocidad de procesamiento y la memoria de trabajo, están afectadas en estudiantes con TDAH, aunque no existe un acuerdo definitivo sobre su presencia sistemática en este trastorno. Esta investigación pretende determinar si la velocidad de procesamiento y la memoria de trabajo corresponden a variables cognitivas en el TDAH. Participaron 138 estudiantes de 10 a 17 años. Se determinó TDAH con la escala VADTRS; se evaluó velocidad de procesamiento con una tarea de rapidez grafomotora y memoria de trabajo con una tarea de dígitos. Se utilizó un diseño transversal, univariante e intersujeto para el análisis de los datos. El VADTRS detectó un grupo con TDAH (N = 97) y otro sin TDAH (N = 41). A ambos grupos se aplicaron tareas de velocidad de procesamiento y memoria de trabajo; los análisis permitieron detectar diferencias significativas en estas variables entre los grupos con y sin TDAH. El grupo con TDAH fue dividido según su presentación; no se detectaron diferencias significativas en velocidad de procesamiento; la memoria de trabajo mostró un rendimiento significativa- mente menor en las presentaciones de TDAH inatenta y combinada. La velocidad de procesamiento y la memoria de trabajo parecen distinguir entre sujetos con y sin TDAH, la velocidad de procesamiento no parece distinguir entre presentaciones y la memoria de trabajo aparece alterada en aquellas presentaciones en que el componente atencional es definitorio

ADHD is the most commonly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder in schoolchildren. Evidence indicates that executive functions, such as processing speed and working memory, are affected in students with ADHD, although there is no definitive agreement on their sys- tematic presence in this disorder. This research aims to determine whether processing speed and working memory correspond to cognitive variables in ADHD. A total of 138 students aged 10 to 17 years participated. ADHD was determined with the VADTRS scale; processing speed was assessed with a graphomotor speed task and working memory with a digit task. A cross-sectional, univariate, intersubject design was used for data analy- sis. The VADTRS detected one group with ADHD (N = 97) and one without ADHD (N = 41). Processing speed and working memory tasks were applied to both groups; analyses detected significant differences in these variables between the ADHD and non- ADHD groups. The ADHD group was divided according to presentation; no significant differences were detected in processing speed; working memory showed significantly lower performance in the inattentive and combined ADHD presentations. Processing speed and working memory appear to distinguish between subjects with and without ADHD, processing speed does not appear to distinguish between presentations, and working memory appears impaired in those presentations in which the attentional component is defining.

O TDAH é o distúrbio de desenvolvimento neurológico mais frequentemente diagnosticado em crianças em idade escolar. As provas indicam que as funções executivas, tais como a velocidade de processamento e a memória de trabalho, são afectadas nos estudantes com TDAH, embora não haja um acordo definitivo sobre a sua presença sistemática nesta doença. Esta investiga- ção visa determinar se a velocidade de processamento e a memória de trabalho correspondem a variáveis cognitivas na TDAH. Um total de 138 estudantes com idades compreendidas entre os 10 e os 17 anos participaram. A TDAH foi determinada com a escala VADTRS; a velocidade de processamento foi avaliada com uma tarefa de velocidade grafomotora e a memória de trabalho com uma tarefa de dígitos. Foi utilizado um desenho transversal, univariado e intersubjecto para análise de dados. O VADTRS detectou um grupo com ADHD (N = 97) e um grupo sem ADHD (N = 41). Ambos os grupos foram administrados com velocidade de processamento e tarefas de memória de trabalho; as análises detectaram diferenças significativas nestas variáveis entre os grupos com ADHD e sem ADHD. O grupo TDAH foi dividido de acordo com a apresentação; não foram detectadas diferenças significativas na velocidade de processamento; a memória de trabalho mostrou um desempenho significativamente inferior nas apresentações de TDAH desatenta e combinada. A velocidade de processamento e a memória de trabalho parecem distinguir entre assuntos com e sem TDAH; a velocidade de processamento não parece distinguir entre apresentações e memória de trabalho parece prejudicada nas apresentações em que a componente atencional está a definir

Percepción de la ansiedad y de las dificultades de aprendizaje según los criterios de la familia y de los profesores de niños con Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad / Perception of anxiety and learning difficulties according to the criteria of the family and eachers of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Resumen Tanto el Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad (TDAH) como la ansiedad son dos de los trastornos que más se evidencian en la población infanto-juvenil existiendo una correlación entre ambos tal y como se recoge en numerosos estudios. La combinación de ambos trastornos afecta a los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje del niño provocando dificultades de aprendizaje (DA) en el mismo. Los objetivos del presente trabajo se basaron en valorar los criterios que evidencian padres y profesores en niños con TDAH para caracterizar el grado de adecuación de la percepción y evaluar si esta se ajusta a la realidad o es insuficiente, si existen diferencias en dicha percepción entre padres y docentes; analizar la conciencia que tienen sobre las posibles DA que puedan presentar, para así aportar orientaciones adecuadas que permitan una favorable inter vención y evolución. La muestra se compone de 137 sujetos con edades comprendidas entre 9 y 15 años con un Coeficiente Intelectual Total (CIT) de entre 80 y 120. Los instrumentos que se utilizaron fueron: la escala de inteligencia de Wechsler para niños-V (WISC-V), el Cuestionario de Ansiedad Estado-Rasgo en Niños(STAI-C), el Sistema de Evaluación de Niños y Adolescentes(SENA) y el Inventario de Problemas en la Escuela (IPE). Como resultado se observa que la ansiedad percibida por estos niños no está relacionada con la que aprecian padres y profesores, sin embargo, estos últimos sí que coinciden en su apreciación.

Abstract Both Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and anxiety are two of the disorders that are most evident in the infant-juvenile population and there is a correlation between the two, as shown in numerous studies. The combination of both disorders affects the child's teaching-learning processes, causing learning difficulties (LD). The aims of the present study were based on assessing the criteria evidenced by parents and teachers in children with ADHD to characterize the degree of adequacy of perception and to evaluate whether this is in line with real ity or insufficient, whether there are differences in this perception between parents and teachers, and to analyze their awareness of the possible AD they may present, in order to provide appropriate guidelines for favourable intervention and evolution. The sample consisted of 137 subjects aged between 9 and 15 years with a Total IQ (TIQ) between 80 and 120. The instruments used were: the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-V (WISC-V), the State-Trait Anxiety Questionnaire for Children (STAI-C), the Child and Adolescent Assessment System (SENA) and the Inventory of Problems at School (IPE). As a result, it is observed that the anxiety perceived by these children is not related to the anxiety perceived by parents and teachers, although the latter do coincide in their assessment.

El impacto del TDAH sobre la lectura / The impact of ADHD on reading

Resumen Más allá de la frecuente coexistencia del trastorno por déficit de atención con hiperactividad (TDAH) y el trastorno específico del aprendizaje de la lectura, la presente revisión pretende examinar la evidencia empírica disponible sobre cómo el TDAH impacta negativamente sobre el aprendizaje de la lectura. Los datos existentes apuntan a que la presencia del trastorno (especialmente los síntomas de falta de atención), puede afectar a i) la correcta adquisición de lectura, ya sea de manera directa o a través de su influencia sobre los precursores de la lectura; ii) las propias habilidades de decodificación (precisión y fluidez lectora), tanto de manera directa como indirecta a través de su influencia sobre procesos cognitivos como la distracción o las funciones ejecutivas; y ii) la comprensión lectora, probablemente de manera indirecta por las dificultades eje cutivas y en la memoria de trabajo verbal características del TDAH. Estas conclusiones presentan importantes implicaciones para caracterizar e intervenir mejor sobre las dificultades lectoras en el TDAH, ya sean clínicas o subclínicas.

Abstract Beyond the frequent coexistence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and reading dis order (dyslexia), the present review aims to examine the available empirical evidence on how ADHD negatively impacts on learning to read. Existing data suggest that the presence of the disorder (especially inattention symp toms), may affect i) the correct acquisition of reading, either directly or through its influence on the precursors to reading; ii) decoding skills themselves (reading accuracy and fluency), both directly and indirectly through its influence on cognitive processes such as distractibility or executive functions; and iii) reading comprehension, probably indirectly through the executive and verbal memory difficulties characteristic of ADHD. These findings have important implications for better characterizing and intervening on reading difficulties in ADHD, whether clinical or subclinical.

Factores asociados a la adherencia al tratamiento farmacológico del trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TDAH): revisión preliminar / Factors associated with adherence to pharmacological treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): preliminary review

Resumen Introducción: El tratamiento del TDAH es seguro y eficaz, pero con frecuencia existen bajos niveles de adherencia al tratamiento. En este artículo describimos factores asociados a la adherencia des critos en la literatura disponible. Métodos: Realizamos una búsqueda bibliográfica no sistemática sobre artículos recientes sobre la adherencia a la medicación en niños y adolescentes con TDAH. Resultados: Hay factores asociados al propio trastorno, al paciente, al sistema de salud, factores socio-económicos, a la medicación y al entorno que pueden reducir o aumentar la adherencia a la medicación. Algunos factores que mejoran la adhe rencia incluyen: el conocimiento sobre el TDAH, la medicación y sus beneficios y efectos adversos potenciales. Regímenes de medicación sencillos, una vez al día y de liberación prolongada. Edad del paciente menor de 12 años y sexo femenino. Menos barreras de acceso al sistema de salud. Actitud positiva y proactiva de los padres respecto al TDAH y el uso de medicación. Discusión: Se podría optimizar la adherencia y por lo tanto mejorar el pronóstico a largo plazo del TDAH reforzando estos factores que aumentan la adherencia, y reduciendo los sesgos y desconocimiento sobre el TDAH.

Abstract Introduction: ADHD treatment is safe and effective, but often, adherence to t reatment is suboptimal. We studied factors associated to adherence to treatment in ADHD described in the literature. Methods: We conducted a non-systematic bibliographic search on recent articles on medication adherence in children and adolescents with ADHD. Results: There are factors associated with the disorder itself, the patient, the health system, socio-economic factors, the medication and the environment that can reduce/improve medication adherence. Some factors that improve adherence include: knowledge about ADHD, medication and its benefits and potential adverse effects. Simple, once-daily, extended-release medication regimens. Age of the patient less than 12 years and female sex. Fewer barriers to access the health system. Positive and proactive attitude of parents regarding ADHD and the use of medication. Discussion: Adherence could be optimized and therefore the long-term prognosis of ADHD improved by reinforcingfactors that increase adherence, and reducing biases and ignorance about ADHD.

Impacto de la rehabilitación neuropsicológica computarizada en un paciente con anemia de células falciformes y TDAH. Estudio experimental de caso único

Introducción: La anemia de células falciformes (ACF) es una enfermedad genética que provoca una malformación en el glóbulo rojo, volviéndolo más frágil y desencadenando su lisis. Por su forma anómala predispone a eventos oclusivos en vasos de menor tamaño, incluyendo aquellos en el sistema nervioso central. La literatura documenta presencia de infartos cerebrales silentes y no silentes asociados a ACF, con sus respectivas alteraciones cognitivas. En los últimos años se ha reportado que existe compromiso cognitivo y mayor presencia de trastornos del neurodesarrollo, como el trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TDAH) en aquellos niños con ACF que aún no han tenido eventos cerebrales isquémicos. Método: Se llevó a cabo un estudio experimental y prospectivo de caso único, que consistió en un programa de rehabilitación por medio de la plataforma de entrenamiento cognitivo para la atención y concentración de CogniFit. Durante 45 sesiones, se realizaron mediciones de respuestas en atención y control inhibitorio, utilizando la Batería de Evaluación Cognitiva para la Atención (CAB-AT). Resultados: Se observó que la intervención tuvo un impacto significativo en el componente de atención, el cual se mantuvo por encima de la línea de base, incluso después de suspender la intervención. Sin embargo, no se encontró un impacto importante en el control inhibitorio. Conclusión: Aunque la intervención mejoró la atención, no lo hizo con el control inhibitorio. Se recomienda complementar la rehabilitación con manejo farmacológico y diseñar nuevos estudios con poblaciones heterogéneas.

Introduction: Sickle cell anemia (SCA) is a genetic disease that causes a malformation in red blood cells, making them more fragile and leading to their lysis. Due to their abnormal shape, they predispose to occlusive events in smaller blood vessels, including those in the central nervous system. Literature documents the presence of silent and non-silent cerebral infarctions associated with SCA, along with respective cognitive impairments. In recent years, cognitive impairment and a higher prevalence of neurodevelopmental disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been reported in children with SCA who have not experienced ischemic brain events. Method: An experimental and prospective single-case study was conducted, consisting of a rehabilitation program using the CogniFit platform for cognitive training in attention and concentration. Measurements of attention and inhibitory control responses were taken during 45 sessions, using the Cognitive Assessment Battery for Attention (CAB-AT). Results: It was observed that the intervention had a significant impact on the attention component, which remained above the baseline even after discontinuing the intervention. However, no significant impact was found on inhibitory control. Conclusion: Although the intervention improved attention, it did not have the same effect on inhibitory control. Complementing rehabilitation with pharmacological management and designing new studies involving heterogeneous populations are recommended.

Association between attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and migraine: a review of observational studies / Associação entre transtorno de déficit de atenção e hiperatividade (TDAH) e enxaqueca: uma revisão de estudos observacionais

Introduction: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been related to the presence of primary headaches. Among them, migraine presents a wide range of comorbidities shared with ADHD, both from other psychiatric disorders and somatic conditions. Objective:This review proposes to describe the association between ADHD and migraine. Methods:Based on literature research in the major medical databases and using as descriptors "Migraine Disorders" and "Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity". Observational studies that addressed the relationship between migraine and ADHD and written only in English were included. Of the 49 articles found, only 6 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. Results:A total of 35,684 patients were included, 22.36% were children. Of these, 1,829 (5.12%) had ADHD. The association between ADHD and migraine was identified in 528 patients (1.47%), representing 28.86% of patients with ADHD. A bilateral relationship was observed between the two diagnoses, having in the presence of ADHD, an almost 3 times greater risk of the presence of migraine. Furthermore, individuals with isolated migraine had significantly higher symptoms of hyperactivity/impulsivity and inattention than healthy individuals. Conclusion:This review shows a possible sharing of symptoms between migraine and ADHD, requiring further studies to investigate this relationship.

Introdução: O transtorno de déficit de atenção e hiperatividade (TDAH) tem sido relacionado à presença de cefaleias primárias. Dentre elas, a enxaqueca apresenta uma ampla gama de comorbidades compartilhadas com o TDAH, tanto de outros transtornos psiquiátricos quanto de condições somáticas. Objetivo:Esta revisão propõe descrever a associação entre TDAH e enxaqueca. Métodos:Baseado em pesquisa bibliográfica nas principais bases de dados médicas e utilizando como descritores "Transtornos de Enxaqueca" e "Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção com Hiperatividade". Foram incluídos estudos observacionais que abordassem a relação entre enxaqueca e TDAH e escritos apenas em inglês. Dos 49 artigos encontrados, apenas 6 atenderam aos critérios de inclusão e foram analisados. Resultados: Foram incluídos 35.684 pacientes, 22,36% eram crianças. Destes, 1.829 (5,12%) tinham TDAH. A associação entre TDAH e enxaqueca foi identificada em 528 pacientes (1,47%), representando 28,86% dos pacientes com TDAH. Foi observada uma relação bilateral entre os dois diagnósticos, tendo na presença de TDAH, um risco quase 3 vezes maior de presença de enxaqueca. Além disso, indivíduos com enxaqueca isolada apresentaram sintomas significativamente mais elevados de hiperatividade/impulsividade e desatenção do que indivíduos saudáveis. Conclusão:Esta revisão mostra um possível compartilhamento de sintomas entre enxaqueca e TDAH, necessitando de mais estudos para investigar essa relação.

Mudanças na alimentação de estudantes de uma Universidade Pública, durante a pandemia de COVID-19 / Changes in the diet of students at a public university during the COVID-19 pandemic

A pandemia de Covid-19 teve implicações diretas na qualidade de vida, saúde e renda da população mundial. Grande parte dos brasileiros passou a ficar mais tempo em casa e a rotina dos estudantes universitários foi afetada pelo fechamento dos sistemas educacionais. O presente estudo buscou investigar se houve mudanças no consumo alimentar de estudantes universitários de uma universidade pública do Estado do Rio de Janeiro no primeiro ano da pandemia de Covid-19, e possíveis fatores associados. Os ingressantes na Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) no ano de 2019 foi a população alvo. Os dados foram coletados através de questionário on-line, entre agosto de 2020 e março de 2021. Do total de 3.973 ingressantes com email, 771 responderam ao questionário (19,4%). Foram investigadas variáveis demográficas, socioeconômicas e de consumo alimentar. Mudanças no consumo alimentar de 29 itens: ovos, doces, bolos, chá, café, queijo, sucos naturais, legumes, frutas, pães, raízes, pipoca, verduras, arroz, refrigerantes, leite, biscoitos doces, macarrão, alimentos prontos para consumo, sucos industrializados, carnes, iogurte, feijão, enlatados, biscoitos salgados, oleaginosas, refrigerantes diet/zero, salgadinhos de pacote e bebidas alcoólicas, foram avaliadas pela frequência de aumento ou redução. Associações entre essas mudanças e sexo, status de peso, raça/cor de pele e alteração na renda familiar foram avaliadas por regressão logística ajustada por idade. As análises foram ponderadas considerando a taxa de resposta por curso e sexo. Ocorreram grandes mudanças na alimentação, sendo as principais, o aumento no consumo de doces (52,3%), ovos (49,3%) e bolos (44,0%) e a redução no consumo de bebidas alcoólicas (36,9%), salgadinhos de pacote (33,3%) e biscoitos doces (28,9%). Universitários com excesso de peso apresentaram menor chance de aumentar o consumo de sucos naturais (OR:0,6; IC:0,5-0,9) em relação aos sem excesso de peso. Universitários negros apresentaram maior chance de aumentar o consumo de sucos naturais (OR=1,3; IC:1,1-1,7) e leite (OR=1,4; IC:1,1-2,0) em relação aos brancos. Com exceção para poucos alimentos, não houve mudança associada aos fatores avaliados e, no geral, a alimentação parece ter melhorado com redução de um terço para bebidas alcoólicas, salgadinhos de pacote e biscoitos doces. AU.

The Covid-19 pandemic had direct implications for the quality of life, health and income of the world's population. Most Brazilians stayed home longer and the routine of college students was affected by the closure of educational systems. The present study evaluated changes in food consumption of college students in the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic, and possible associated factors. Freshman from the State University of Rio de Janeiro (UERJ) in the year 2019, was the target population. Data were collected through an online questionnaire from August 2020 to March 2021 including demographic, socioeconomic and food consumption variables. Of the total of 3,973 email entrants, 771 completed the questionnaire (19.4%). Demographic, socioeconomic, and food consumption variables were investigated. Changes in food consumption of 29 items: eggs, sweets, cakes, tea, coffee, cheese, natural juices, vegetables, fruits, breads, roots, popcorn, greens, rice, soft drinks, milk, sweet cookies, noodles, ready-to-eat foods, processed juices, meats, yogurt, beans, canned food, salty cookies, oilseeds, diet/zero sodas, packaged snacks and alcoholic beverages, were assessed by the increase or decrease in the daily frequency. Associations between dietary changes with sex, weight status, race/skin color, and change in household income were assessed using age-adjusted logistic regression. All analyses were weighted considering the response rate by course and sex. Major changes in diet were the increased consumption of sweets (52.3%), eggs (49.3%), and cakes (44.0%) and decreased consumption of alcoholic beverages (36.9%), packaged snacks (33.3%), and sweet cookies (28.9%). Overweight students did not increase their consumption of fruit juices (OR:0.6; CI:0.5-0.9) compared to those without overweight. Black students had higher odds to increase consumption of juice (OR=1.3; CI:1.1-1.7) and milk (OR=1.4; CI:1.1-2.0) compared to white students. Except for these few food groups, the factors studied were not associated with dietary changes, and overall, the diet improved with a one-third reduction for alcoholic beverages, packaged snacks and sweet cookies. AU

TDAH e Complexo Médico-Industrial: revisão narrativa sobre uma epidemia lucrativa / ADHD and Medical-Industrial Complex: narrative review about a profitable epidemic

O emprego de diagnósticos psiquiátricos alcançou uma importância social tamanha que o atual cenário aponta para um risco constante de epidemias diversas de transtornos mentais. Por essa razão, este estudo teve como objetivo compreender a complexa dinâmica de forças que edificam o caminho para uma condição da vida se tornar um problema médico e, a posteriori, um quadro epidêmico. Para tanto, através de uma revisão narrativa, esta pesquisa reconheceu os múltiplos aspectos da medicalização da vida; da dinâmica de um Complexo Médico-Industrial e Financeiro; e da epidemia de diagnósticos psiquiátricos. O estudo igualmente apreciou a evolução histórico-social do Transtorno do Déficit de Atenção com Hiperatividade (TDAH), como um meio para identificar as interinfluências envolvidas na consolidação de seu diagnóstico, o qual se tornou exponencialmente mais recorrente na atualidade. Além disso, o estudo examinou, em bases como SciELO, PubMed, MEDLINE, MeSH e Google Acadêmico, trabalhos que façam referência à evolução da produção e do consumo dos principais fármacos prescritos para seu tratamento, de modo a averiguar as possíveis repercussões socioeconômicas da inflação diagnóstica do TDAH. Com isso, este trabalho constatou que a alternância do protagonismo entre os atores que compõem o campo da saúde é atualmente definida pelo mercado, e, associada à fluidez dos diagnósticos psiquiátricos, as influências de tais forças passaram a ser determinantes no modo como um distúrbio é introduzido, modificado e/ou ampliado no meio social. Outrossim, a pesquisa mostrou que os transtornos psiquiátricos se tornaram cada vez mais passíveis de se transformarem em condições epidêmicas, especialmente em razão: das sucessivas alterações de seus critérios, o que permitiu ampliar o público-alvo dos diagnósticos; da cronificação das práticas em saúde mental, influenciadas pelo forte movimento reducionista do sofrimento humano à lógica biomédica; e da primazia da farmacoterapia, perpetuada por meio de um modelo de atenção gerenciada que preza pela redução dos custos e aumento dos lucros com a assistência. AU

The use of psychiatric diagnoses has reached such a social importance that the current scenario points to a constant risk of various epidemics of mental disorders. Hence, this study aimed to understand the complex dynamics of forces that build the path for a condition of life to become a medical problem and, subsequently, an epidemic. For this purpose, through a narrative review, this research recognized the multiple aspects of the medicalization of life; the dynamics of a Medical-Industrial and Financial Complex; and the epidemic of psychiatric diagnoses. The study also looked at the historical-social evolution of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as a means to identify the inter-influences involved in the consolidation of its diagnosis, which has become exponentially more recurrent nowadays. In addition, the study examined SciELO, PubMed, MEDLINE, MeSH, and Google Scholar databases to determine the evolution of the production and consumption of the main drugs prescribed for the treatment of ADHD, in order to investigate the possible socioeconomic repercussions of ADHD diagnostic inflation. With this, this work has found that the alternation of the protagonism among the actors that compose the health field is currently defined by the market, and, associated with the fluidity of psychiatric diagnoses, the influences of such forces have become determinant in the way a disorder is introduced, modified and/or expanded in the social environment. Moreover, the research showed that psychiatric disorders have become increasingly likely to become epidemic conditions, especially for the following reasons: the successive changes in their criteria, which allowed the expansion of the target audience of the diagnoses; the chronification of mental health practices, influenced by the strong reductionist movement of human suffering to biomedical logic; and the primacy of pharmacotherapy, perpetuated through a model of managed care that focuses on ​​cost reduction and increasing profits with the care. AU

Práticas cotidianas constituindo múltiplas versões da criança com comportamentos externalizantes: um estudo de caso / Prácticas cotidianas constituyendo múltiples versiones del niño con comportamientos externalizantes: un estudio de caso / Everyday practices constituting multiple versions of children with externalizing behaviors: a case study

Resumo Visando compreender as múltiplas versões de realidade produzidas nas práticas cotidianas da rede relacional de uma criança à qual se referem problemas de comportamentos externalizantes, no campo da saúde mental, este artigo relata um estudo de caso, realizado em 2017, a partir das abordagens da Teoria Ator-Rede e das Práticas Discursivas e Produção de Sentidos no Cotidiano. O referente empírico da pesquisa é um menino com hipótese diagnóstica de TDAH e TOD, articulado com actantes humanos e não humanos em dimensões diversas de suas relações. Os resultados expõem as interatuações cotidianas, atravessadas por conflitos intergeracionais, produzindo realidades e sentidos heterogêneos, no trânsito entre ideias aparentemente antagônicas (angelical-diabólico/criança-adulto). A criança, com seus comportamentos diversos, tal qual os adultos, atua e é atuada em relações de poder, numa coprodução fluida de conflitos e entendimentos que expressam versões sempre incertas e localizadas do que seria "a criança com comportamentos externalizantes".

Resumen Con el objetivo de comprender las múltiples versiones de la realidad que se producen en las prácticas cotidianas de la red relacional de un niño a la que se refieren los problemas de comportamiento externalizante, en el campo de la salud mental, este artículo relata un estudio de caso, realizado en 2017, a partir de los enfoques de la Teoría Actor-Red y Prácticas Discursivas y Producción de Sentidos en la Vida Cotidiana. El referente empírico de la investigación es un niño con hipótesis diagnóstica de TDAH y TND, articulado con actantes humanos y no humanos en diferentes dimensiones de sus relaciones. Los resultados exponen las interacciones cotidianas, atravesadas por conflictos intergeneracionales, produciendo realidades y significados heterogéneos, en el tránsito entre ideas aparentemente antagónicas (angelical-diabólica/niño-adulto). Los niños, con sus diferentes conductas, al igual que los adultos, actúan y son actuados en relaciones de poder, en una fluida coproducción de conflictos y entendimientos que expresan versiones siempre inciertas y localizadas de lo que sería "el niño con conductas externalizantes".

Abstract Aiming to understand the multiple versions of reality produced in the daily practices of a child's relational network to which externalizing behavior problems refer, in the field of mental health, this article reports a case study, carried out in 2017, based on the approaches of the Actor-Network and Discursive Practices and Production of Meanings in Everyday Life. The empirical referent of the research is a boy with a diagnostic hypothesis of ADHD and ODD, articulated with human and non-human actants in different dimensions of their relationships. The results expose everyday interactions, crossed by intergenerational conflicts, producing heterogeneous realities and meanings, in the transit between apparently antagonistic ideas (angelic-diabolical/child-adult). Children, with ir different behaviors, just like adults, acts and are acted upon in power relations, in a fluid co-production of conflicts and understandings that express always uncertain and localized versions of what would be "the child with externalizing behaviors".

Pobreza, traumas tempranos, déficit atencional y deserción educacional: un círculo de daño. Lecciones aprendidas en el Programa Soymás, La Pintana / Poverty, early trauma, attention deficit and educational dropout: a circle of harm. Lessons learned in the Soymás Program, La Pintana

El antecedente de maltrato infantil y el Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad (TDAH), son condiciones que tienen una alta prevalencia en los jóvenes de sectores vulnerables. Analizamos su relación con deserción escolar, que también es mayor en tales contextos. La deserción es un fenómeno multifactorial, influenciado por factores propios del estudiante, de la institución, del contexto familiar y del entorno social. Presentamos hallazgos en la Fundación Soymás, institución de formación para madres adolescentes, localizada en La Pintana, una de las comunas con mayor pobreza en Chile, donde la deserción en 2022 fue 45%. De acuerdo a la encuesta ACES de 10 eventos traumáticos en la niñez, 50% de las estudiantes sufrió 3 o más, y 21% 7 o más. Al menos un 40% de la población cumplía criterios de TDAH y un 30% adicional manifestaba síntomas sugerentes (versus 4,5% de TDAH reportado en adolescentes del país). Constatamos una asociación directa entre las tres variables: Maltrato, TDAH y Deserción. Estos hallazgos deberían ser considerados en políticas públicas, reforzando la necesidad de colaboración entre Salud y Educación.

A history of child abuse and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are conditions that have a high prevalence in young people from vulnerable sectors. We analyze its relationship with school dropout, which is also higher in such contexts. Dropout is a multifactorial phenomenon, influenced by factors specific to the student, the institution, the family context, and the social environment. We present findings at the Soymás Foundation, a training institution for adolescent mothers, located in La Pintana, one of the counties with the highest poverty in Chile, where dropout in 2022 was 45%. According to the ACES survey of 10 traumatic events in childhood, 50% of the students suffered 3 or more, and 21% 7 or more. At least 40% of the population met the criteria for ADHD and an additional 30% manifested suggestive symptoms (versus 4.5% of ADHD reported in adolescents in the country). We found a direct association between the three variables: Abuse, ADHD and Desertion. These findings should be considered in public policies, reinforcing the need for collaboration between Health and Education.

Estudantes com TDAH: Efeitos do Promove-Crianças adaptado / Students with ADHD: Effects of Promotes-Adapted Children

O Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade (TDAH) constitui fator de risco para o desenvolvimento psicossocial. Este estudo teve por objetivo descrever os efeitos do Promove-Crianças adaptado na promoção de comportamentos socialmente habilidosos e redução de problemas de comportamento e sintomatologia de estudantes com TDAH. Participaram 25 estudantes (entre 7 e 13 anos) e seus responsáveis (entre 30 e 66 anos). Os alunos pertenciam a escolas públicas de uma cidade do interior paulista, todos com diagnóstico médico de TDAH. Os alunos foram divididos aleatoriamente em dois grupos (grupo de intervenção - GI com 11 participantes e o grupo espera - GE com 14). Os instrumentos utilizados para as avaliações inicial, intermediária e final foram Social Skills Rating System - SSRS-BR (versão responsáveis e alunos), Escala de Conners e, Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire-SDQ (nas avaliações intermediária e final). A intervenção teve duração de 10 semanas, desenvolvida em clínica de psicologia. Foram realizadas análises estatísticas através do software JASP. Os resultados apontaram diferenças significativas para ganhos de GI em comportamentos habilidosos, diminuição de problemas comportamentais e diminuição de sintomas de TDAH em comparação ao GE. A adaptação no Programa de intervenção mostrou-se positiva, podendo ser potencializada com intervenção destinada a responsáveis.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a risk factor for psychosocial development. This study aimed to describe the effects of Promove-Children adapted in the promotion of socially skilled behaviors and reduction of behavioral problems and symptomatology of students with ADHD. 25 students (between 7 and 13 years old) and their guardians (between 30 and 66 years old) participated. The students belonged to public schools in a city in the interior of the state of São Paulo, all with a medical diagnosis of ADHD. Students were randomly divided into two groups (intervention group - IG with 11 participants and the waiting group - EG with 14). The instruments used for the initial, intermediate and final evaluations were Social Skills Rating System - SSRS-BR (version responsible and students), Scale of Conners and, Strengths and Difficulties Questionnaire-SDQ (in the intermediate and final evaluations). The intervention lasted 10 weeks, developed in a psychology clinic. Statistical analyzes were performed using the JASP software. The results showed significant differences for GI gains in skillful behaviors, decreased behavioral problems and decreased symptoms of ADHD compared to EG. The adaptation in the Intervention Program proved to be positive, and it can be enhanced with intervention aimed at those responsible.

Musicoterapia em crianças com transtorno de déficit de atenção e hiperatividade / Music therapy in childen with attention deficit disorder and hyperactivity / Musicoterapia en niños con trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad

O Transtorno de Déficit de atenção e Hiperatividade (TDAH) é um transtorno de origem hereditária que acomete entre 3 a 5% das crianças em todo o mundo, causando nelas problemas de aprendizagem e socialização, o transtorno também pode continuar se manifestando na idade adulta, causando além dos sintomas já citados problemas nos relacionamentos. A Musicoterapia é uma das terapias integrativas e complementares reconhecidas pelo Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) brasileiro para ser aplicada na atenção básica, assim esse trabalho teve como objetivo estudar o tema do TDAH e como a Musicoterapia pode ser empregada nessa síndrome. Não foram muitos os trabalhos encontrados na literatura descrevendo práticas da Musicoterapia em pacientes com TDAH, porém os estudos publicados têm mostrado que ela possui resultados positivos na melhoria de vida e bem-estar desses pacientes, principalmente com o emprego de técnicas da Musicoterapia ativa.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder of hereditary origin that affects between 3 and 5% of children worldwide, causing them learning and socialization problems, the disorder can also continue to manifest in adulthood, causing in addition to the symptoms already mentioned problems in relationships. Music Therapy is one of the integrative and complementary therapies recognized by the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS) to be applied in primary care, in order to understand this issue this work aimed to study the theme of ADHD and how Music Therapy can be used in this syndrome. Few studies could been found in the literature describing Music Therapy practices in ADHD patients however, published studies have shown that it has positive results in improving the lives and well-being of these patients, mainly with the use of active Music Therapy techniques.

El Trastorno por Déficit de Atención e Hiperactividad (TDAH) es un trastorno de origen hereditario que afecta a entre el 3 y el 5% de los niños de todo el mundo, provocando en ellos problemas de aprendizaje y socialización, el trastorno también puede seguir manifestándose en la edad adulta, provocando además de los síntomas ya mencionados problemas en las relaciones. La musicoterapia es una de las terapias integradoras y complementarias reconocidas por el Sistema Único de Salud (SUS) brasileño para ser aplicada en la atención básica, por lo que este trabajo tuvo como objetivo estudiar el tema del TDAH y cómo la musicoterapia puede ser utilizada en este síndrome. No se han encontrado muchos trabajos en la literatura que describan las prácticas de Musicoterapia en pacientes con TDAH, sin embargo, los estudios publicados han demostrado que tiene resultados positivos en la mejora de la vida y el bienestar de estos pacientes, principalmente con el uso de técnicas de Musicoterapia activa.

Development and psychometric properties of the Difficulties in Executive Functions, Regulation and Delay Aversion Inventory - Version for children and adolescents / Desenvolvimento e propriedades psicométricas do Inventário de Dificuldades em Funções Executivas, Regulação e Aversão ao Adiamento - versão para crianças e adolescentes / Desarrollo y propiedades psicométricas del Inventario de Dificultades en las Funciones Ejecutivas, Regulación y Aversión al Aplazamiento - versión para niños y adolescentes

The study reports the development and investigation of the psychometric properties of the Difficulties in Executive Functions, Regulation and Delay Aversion Inventory - Version for children and adolescents (IFERA-I). Items were developed to assess working memory, flexibility, inhibition, delay aversion and state regulation. All of these are constructs related to the complex cognitive heterogeneity of the Attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder. Evidence of content validity was gathered through verification by experts, and items with 100% agreement among evaluators were considered adequate. Parents (N=211) and teachers (N=189) of children (6 to 14 years of age) responded to the IFERA-I, Childhood Executive Functioning Inventory (CHEXI) and Swanson, Nolan and Pelham Questionnaire (SNAP-IV). Convergence patterns between the CHEXI and SNAP-IV were observed. Confirmatory Factor Analysis revealed an acceptable five-factor model for parental responses, with good levels of reliability. No model was corroborated for the teachers' responses. The results provide some evidence that the IFERA-I is a reliable and valid measure of different cognitive dimensions. They also suggest directions for future research and improvement of the measure. (AU)

O estudo relata o desenvolvimento e investigação das propriedades psicométricas do Inventário de Dificuldades em Funções Executivas, Regulação e Aversão ao Adiamento - Versão para crianças e adolescentes (IFERA-I). Foram desenvolvidos itens para avaliação de memória de trabalho, flexibilidade, inibição, aversão ao adiamento e regulação do estado, construtos relacionados à complexa heterogeneidade cognitiva observada no Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade/impulsividade. Evidências de validade de conteúdo foram reunidas através da verificação por especialistas, sendo considerados adequados itens com 100% de concordância entre avaliadores. Pais (N=211) e professores (N=189) de crianças (6 a 14 anos) responderam ao IFERA-I, Inventário de Funcionamento Executivo Infantil (CHEXI) e Swanson, Nolan e Pelham Questionnaire (SNAP-IV). Padrões de convergência com CHEXI e SNAP-IV foram observados. Análise fatorial confirmatoria revelou um modelo aceitável de cinco fatores para respostas dos pais, com bons índices de confiabilidade. Nenhum modelo foi corroborado para respostas dos professores. Os resultados fornecem algumas evidências de que o IFERA-I é uma medida confiável e válida de diferentes dimensões cognitivas. Ao mesmo tempo, também sugerem direções para futuras pesquisas e aprimoramento da medida. (AU)

El estudio relata el desarrollo e investigación de las propiedades psicométricas del Inventario de Dificultades en las Funciones Ejecutivas, Regulación y Aversión al Aplazamiento - Versión para niños y adolescentes (IFERA-I). Se desarrollaron ítems para evaluar memoria de trabajo, flexibilidad, inhibición, aversión al aplazamiento y regulación del estado, constructos relacionados con la compleja heterogeneidad cognitiva observada en el Trastorno por Déficit de Atención con Hiperactividad/Impulsividad. Evidencias de validez de contenido se recopilaron mediante la verificación por parte de expertos, y los ítems se consideraron adecuados con un 100% de acuerdo entre los evaluadores. Padres (N=211) y maestros (N=189) de niños (6 a 14 años) respondieron a IFERA-I, Inventario de Funcionamiento Ejecutivo de la Infancia (CHEXI) y Swanson, Nolan y Pelham Questionnaire (SNAP-IV). Se observaron patrones de convergencia con CHEXI y SNAP-IV. Análisis factorial confirmatorio reveló un modelo aceptable de cinco factores para las respuestas de los padres, con buenos niveles de confiabilidad. No se corroboró ningún modelo para las respuestas de los profesores. Los resultados proporcionan algunas evidencias de que el IFERA-I es una medida confiable y válida de diferentes dimensiones cognitivas. Al mismo tiempo, también sugieren direcciones para la investigación futura y la mejora de la medida. (AU)

La relación entre el biomarcador índice digital D2:D4 y el diagnóstico psicopedagógico de TDAH. Datos de un estudio / The relationship between the biomarker ratio D2:D4 and the psycho-pedagogical diagnosis of ADHD. Data from a study

Resumen La hipótesis organizacional sostiene que el índice digital D2:D4 (obtenido de la división entre la longitud de los dedos índice y anular) es un biomarcador que informa de la sobreexposición a la testosterona a nivel prenatal (Myers et al., 2018). El objetivo del presente trabajo fue determinar si el índice digital podría ser útil en el diagnóstico psicopedagógico del trastorno por déficit de atención con hiperactividad (TDAH), dado que los trabajos previos no son concluyentes en este punto (Stevenson et al., 2007; Wang et al., 2017). La muestra estudiada estuvo conformada por 82 estudiantes de ambos sexos (Medad = 11.77 años, DE = 2.97) de la región de Andalucía (España), igualada en edad, sexo y nivel cognitivo. La mitad de los participantes tenía diagnóstico de TDAH, la otra mitad, no. Los resultados reflejan menor índice digital en participantes del grupo con diagnóstico de TDAH (.945) versus el grupo control (.995), y estas diferencias son significativas (p = .000), independientemente del sexo. Además, la presencia de determinados comportamientos en el entorno doméstico (medidos con la Escala Conners) correlaciona positivamente con un bajo valor del índice digital (r = .47; p = .001) y con el diagnóstico psicopedagógico de TDAH.

Abstract The digital ratio D2:D4 (length of the index finger between the length of the ring finger) is a biomarker that reports the presence of high levels of testosterone during the prenatal period. A differential digital pattern (D2 < D4) has been found in several disorders (ASD or Klinefelter's syndrome) although data for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are not conclusive (Stevenson et al., 2007; Wang et al., 2017). The aim of this paper was to determine whether digital ratio can be used as an indicator in the psychoeducational diagnosis of ADHD. A sample of 82 students of both sexes aged between 6 and 16 years (M = 11.77, SD = 2.97) from the Andalusian Community was taken. Among the members of the sample there were no differences in terms of sex, age, or cognitive level. The sample was divided into two groups, the group with a psycho-pedagogical diagnosis of ADHD and the control or undiagnosed group. The group with ADHD consisted of 42 subjects and the control group consisted of 46 subjects. All sessions were conducted individually for each of the subjects and their families following these guidelines: the session began with the parent signing a consent form that allowed the therapist to proceed with the intervention. After that, the TONI-2 non-verbal intelligence test was given to the child by the therapist in a quiet room. At the same time, the parents responded to the Conners Scale questions on behaviour at home to verify the existence or not of behavioural symptoms compatible with the presence of ADHD. For parents of children with ADHD diagnosis, an interview was conducted to learn about the course of the disease to have a general profile of the patient and his or her disorder. Finally, the participants' right hand was scanned at the same school with an HP DeskJet 2630 scanner printer. Using the scanner and the Adobe Photoshop® tool, the length of the index and ring fingers was measured [(from proximal line of the finger to the end of the distal phalanx of the index (D2) and ring (D4) fingers]. The digital measurements from the scanned images were taken by the two researchers who signed the work, and there was more than 90 % agreement on the measurements. The results show a lower digital index in participants in the ADHD group (.945) versus the control group (.995), these differences being significant (p = 0.000), regardless of gender. In addition, the presence of certain behaviours in the home environment (measured with the Conners Scale) correlates positively with a low value of the digital index (r = .47; p = .001) and with the psycho-pedagogical diagnosis of ADHD. Significant differences have been shown in this study. Subjects with a psychopedagogical diagnosis of ADHD have been exposed to higher levels of testosterone during pregnancy since they present a lower D2:D4 ratio compared to the participants in the control group (without a diagnosis of ADHD), in line with the work of Martel et al. (2008) and Wang et al. (2017). In addition, this study has found that the group with psychopedagogical diagnosis of ADHD has a shorter index finger than the ring finger in both boys and girls, while for the control group the digital pattern is reversed or there is no difference between the two fingers. Therefore, we consider that the digital ratio biomarker (D2:D4) may be an additional useful criterion for the psychopedagogical diagnosis of ADHD or at least as a screening method.

Trastornos por déficit de atencional con hiperactividad en la población infantojuvenil / Attention deficit hyperactivity disorders in the child and adolescent population

El Trastorno por déficit atencional con hiperactividad (TDAH) es un trastorno crónico, del neurodesarrollo con una prevalencia de 5,29% en la población pediátrica. Las manifestaciones clínicas incluyen síntomas de hiperactividad, impulsividad y desatención que conducen a un deterioro funcional en el desarrollo social, familiar y escolar. Si bien en los últimos años ha habido un aumento en su reconocimiento, la heterogeneidad clínica y la alta comorbilidad pueden obstaculizar su diagnóstico. En el presente trabajo se revisarán diferentes aspectos de la presentación clínica y del abordaje terapéutico de este trastorno

The attention hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder with a prevalence of 5.24% in pediatric population. The clinical presentation includes symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention with a functional impairment in social, family and scholar development. Even though in the last years it has been well recognized, its clinical heterogeneity and high comorbidity hampers its diagnosis. In this article different aspects of the clinical presentation and therapeutic approach of this disorder will be reviewed

Dificultades en la comprensión lectora de niños con TDAH / Difficulties in Reading Comprehension in Children With ADHD

Resumen Los niños diagnosticados con trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TDAH) experimentan múltiples dificultades durante el aprendizaje de la lectura, en especial con los componentes del lenguaje que permiten un buen desarrollo del proceso lector. En este sentido, el interés de este trabajo fue evaluar la sintaxis y la semántica como componentes del lenguaje fundamentales para la comprensión lectora. Se aplicó la batería PROLEC-R a 37 niños (entre 6 - 13 años) diagnosticados con TDAH y se analizaron los índices principales junto a los baremos para determinar en qué componente lingüístico se ubica la mayor complejidad. Los resultados sugieren que los niños tienen mayores dificultades en lo sintáctico, referido a estructurar oraciones y aplicar los signos de puntuación. Por lo tanto, si se refuerza el componente sintáctico los niños con TDAH, podrían mejorar en la comprensión lectora.

Abstract Children diagnosed with ADHD experience multiple difficulties in learning to read, especially with the language components that allow a good development of the reading process. In this sense, the interest of this work was to evaluate syntax and semantics as fundamental components of language for reading comprehension. The PROLEC-R battery was applied to 37 children between 6 and 13 years old diagnosed with ADHD, and the main indexes were analyzed together with the scales to determine in which linguistic component was the greater complexity located. The results suggest that children in the sample have greater difficulties in syntax, referring to sentence structure and punctuation. Therefore, if the syntactic component is reinforced, children with ADHD could probably improve their reading comprehension.

Intento de suicidio con metanfetamina endovenosa y chemsex / Attempted Suicide with Intravenous Methamphetamine and Chemsex

RESUMEN Introducción: El trastorno de déficit de atención e hiperactividad no diagnosticado es una condición comórbida frecuente en los trastornos por abuso de sustancias, y tiene un importante impacto en la vida de los pacientes, pues incrementa el riesgo de abuso de sustancias y el riesgo derivado de conductas impulsivas. En el momento actual no existen trabajos que estudien la relación entre el TDAH y el fenómeno emergente del chemsex, es decir, el uso de sustancias psicoactivas en el contexto de fiestas sexuales para maximizar el tiempo de práctica sexual y de las experiencias subjetivas. En estas sesiones se usan diferentes sustancias como, por ejemplo, las catinonas sintéticas como la mefedrona, que podría inducir complicaciones médicas y psiquiátricas como psicosis, agresividad e ideación suicida. Caso: Un varón de 44 arios ingresó en la unidad de agudos de psiquiatría tras un segundo intento de suicidio de alto riesgo con el uso de metanfetamina endovenosa mezclada con un ácido queratolítico, en el contexto de un episodio depresivo y práctica activa de sesiones de chemsex con una frecuencia semanal, en las que tomaba mefedrona vía transrectal, que provoca episodios puntuales de psicosis tóxica autolimatada. Se objetivó clínica compatible con TDAH no diagnosticado, y se aplicaron ASRS-V1.1 y WURS, que indicaron TDAH. Se ajustó el tratamiento antidepresivo y remitieron los síntomas depresivos y la ideación autolítica. Discusión: La búsqueda de síntomas de TDAH «ocultos¼ en el contexto del abuso de sustancias es importante para no retrasar diagnósticos con importancia esencial y prevenir complicaciones. Complicaciones médicas y psiquiátricas relacionadas con la práctica del chemsex se han comunicado en Europa y recientemente en España, donde es un fenómeno emergente que preocupa. Se describen el intento de suicidio con metanfetamina, síntomas depresivos y psicóticos, abuso de sustancias y complicaciones médicas.

ABSTRACT Background: Undiagnosed attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is frequent in the substance abuse disorder population, and has an intense repercussion in the daily life of the patients. That condition increases the risk of substance abuse disorders and risk conducts derived from impulsivity. There are not yet studies linking ADHD and the new emergent phenomenon of chemsex, that is, the action of use the intravenous injection of substances in sex parties, with the objective of maximising the practising time and sexual experience. In these sessions, different types of drug are used, for example, synthetic cathinone or mephedrone, and may lead to diverse medical and psychiatric complications like psychosis, aggressiveness and suicide ideation. Case: We report the case of a 44-year-old man admitted into a psychiatric unit, presenting with 2nd time suicidal high risk attempt using intravenous methamphetamine and a dissolvent acid in the context of a depressive episode, after practising chemsex sessions almost every weekend with psychoactive substances taken orally, intravenously and intrarectally. The patient also presented psychotic symptoms from the use of these drugs. When we interviewed the patient during his hospital stay, we observed that there were symptoms of a possible attention and hyperactivity deficit, which was confirmed by study with ASRS-V1.1 and WURS scales. After three weeks, the patient improved substantially as his depressive symptoms and autolytic ideation disappeared. Discussion: Look for "hidden" symptoms in substance abuse disorder patients. It is impor-tant not to delay important diagnostic tests and to prevent complications. Psychiatric and medical conditions related to chemsex have been reported in several European cities, and recently in Spain where it is an emergent phenomenon and a problem concerning medical and political institutions. The suicide attempt with metamphetamine and acid taken intravenously in the case we report, depressive and psychotic symptoms, addiction, suicide attempts and medical complications are described.

Revisión escéptica del estado de la neuroimagen en el trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad / Skeptical review of the state of neuroimaging in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Resumen El trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad (TDAH) ha sido estudiado por medio de resonancia magnética durante más de 30 años, superando 2200 artículos en PubMed. Sin embargo, todavía no se entienden bien las bases cerebrales del TDAH. Esto refleja la dificultad de replicar resultados, que afecta a casi todos los esfuerzos científicos. Los factores que contribuyen a resultados falsos positivos incluyen tamaños de muestra pequeños y la superabundancia de métodos analíticos. En el campo de la genética mole cular, estos retos conllevaron a la adopción del requisito de compartir los datos genéticos inmediatamente para que la comunidad pueda trabajar de forma conjunta, y que se apliquen métodos rigurosos tomando en cuenta la verdadera cantidad de pruebas estadísticas. Esto ha producido resultados más creíbles, aunque con tamaños de efecto muy reducidos respecto a los anteriores. En este breve resumen se usan dos consorcios, uno internacional llamado ENIGMA (Enhancing Neuro-Imaging Genetics through Meta-Analysis), y el otro norteamericano llamado ABCD (Adolescent and Cognitive Behavior Development Study), para ilustrar este movimiento a la ciencia abier ta. Aquí se revisa la primera cosecha de hallazgos, aunque todavía limitados a análisis transversales. Ya que ABCD fue diseñado como esfuerzo longitudinal, la combinación con la maduración continua del campo promete transformar nuestro entendimiento de la patofisiología de TDAH (probablemente también alterando la definición diagnostica al largo plazo) para acercarnos al día en el cual la neuroimagen sea útil en la clínica.

Abstract Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been the focus of magnetic resonance imaging studies for more than 30 years, with more than 2200 articles listed in PubMed. Nevertheless, the brain substrates of ADHD remain poorly understood. This reflects the crisis of replicability across nearly all scientific endeavors, deriving from factors such as small sample sizes combined with a proliferation in analytical approaches, yielding high rates of false positive results. The field of molecular genetics confronted this by adopting open and immedi ate sharing of raw data and insistence on rigorous corrections for multiple comparisons. These strategies are yielding more robust genetic findings, albeit with much smaller effect sizes than before. This brief review focuses on two recent consortium efforts, i.e., the international Enhancing Neuro-Imaging Genetics through Meta-Analysis (ENIGMA), and the U.S. Adolescent Behavior & Cognitive Developm ent Study (ABCD). Both embrace the culture of open science, and are beginning to yield credible findings, despite being limited initially to cross-sectional analyses. As the field continues to mature, these and other ongoing longitudinal large-scale studies are poised to transform our understanding of the pathophysiology of ADHD to bring closer the day when neuroimaging can contribute to clinical utility.