Systematic Review: Investigating the Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health Outcomes of Individuals With ADHD.
J Atten Disord
; 26(7): 959-975, 2022 May.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1470597
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
According to the WHO, the COVID-19 pandemic could have a negative impact on the mental health of individuals, such as an exacerbation of existing difficulties. Individuals with ADHD may be specifically challenged by the pandemic.AIMS:
To provide a systematic review of evidence regarding the COVID-19's impact on mental health of individuals with ADHD during the COVID-19 lockdown.METHODS:
This registered review (PROSPERO ID CRD42021238770) adhered to Prisma guidelines. Systematic searches in electronic databases PubMed and PsycINFO were carried out. A total of 12 studies covering 3,028 subjects were included.RESULTS:
COVID-19 pandemic is associated with increased ADHD symptoms and psychological difficulties. Some studies reported that individuals experienced positive outcomes. The methodological quality of the studies was low to moderate.CONCLUSION:
COVID-19 can affect the mental health of individuals with ADHD negatively, although methodological limitations should be considered. Further research should generate knowledge about long-term effects impact of the pandemic and about appropriate support.Keywords
Full text:
Available
Collection:
International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity
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COVID-19
Type of study:
Experimental Studies
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Observational study
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Prognostic study
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Reviews
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Systematic review/Meta Analysis
Topics:
Long Covid
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Atten Disord
Journal subject:
Psychology
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Psychiatry
Year:
2022
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
10870547211050945
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