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Is adhd worse than autism ?

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ADHD: No , absolutely not . Adhd is treatable with medication with autism difficult to treat especially when severe.

Answered 2/12/2020

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MORE COMPLICATED: Adhd has its problems, but usually attention, impulsivity and some cognitive issues like learning disabilities and others. Autism involves more difficulty in relatedness with others, thought, emotions, etc. In a sense both are spectrum disorders, though adhd is more easily treated.

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

ADHD & Autistic : Spectrum Disorder are different Neurodevelopmental Disorders whose symptoms & signs can vary from mild to severe. 40-70% of people with ASD also have ADHD. Criteria for each include that symptoms cause harmful dysfunction at school/work & home. ADHD is usually more easily managed by multimodal therapy, but degree of impairment differs with the cause & co-existing disorders in each patient.

Answered 1/7/2020

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Usually not: However, mild ASD may be easier to handle than severe adhd

Answered 6/27/2020

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