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Do those who have adhd/add often suffer from other mental disorders?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: They may or may not. They could have anxiety or mood disorders. Substance abuse disorders or personality disorders or it could be an isolated diagnosis.

Answered 5/10/2016

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Sometimes: It is not unusual for them to be depressed, anxious or antisocial. You can learn more at http://bit.Ly/153fa87.

Answered 4/29/2013

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Sometimes: It is not unusual for them to be depressed, anxious or antisocial. You can learn more at http://bit.Ly/153fa87.

Answered 8/24/2013

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Dr. Marie Beasley answered

Specializes in Child Psychiatry

Yes, very common.: Especially when untreated, ADHD is commonly associated with other mental disorders such as depression, anxiety, substance use disorders. In children it is commonly associated with tic disorders as well, such as Tourette's Syndrome.

Answered 9/17/2016

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