Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults With Migraine

Introduction: Several studies have shown increased occurrence of migraine in ADHD patients. However, there is less evidence on whether migraine patients also have a higher ADHD frequency. The aim of this paper is determining whether the prevalence of ADHD symptoms or impulsivity is higher in patients with episodic migraine.Methods: An observational cohort study has been conducted. Patients with episodic migraine were included. The ADHD Rating scale, the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale, and the scale of impulsiveness of Plutchik were used.Results: The mean value of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity scores on the ADHD scale was 5 +/- 3.8 in cases and 2.7 +/- 2.2 in controls (p < .00001), 4 +/- 3.2 in cases and 2.5 +/- 2.4 in controls (p =.000621) and 2 +/- 1.5 in cases and 1.1 +/- 1 in controls (p =.000407), respectively.Conclusion: Adults with migraine have a higher prevalence of ADHD symptoms. This should be considered when assessing these patients.

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This study aims to determine whether there is a higher prevalence of ADHD symptoms or impulsivity in patients with episodic migraine. The results showed that adults with migraine have a higher occurrence of ADHD symptoms. This should be taken into consideration when assessing these patients.