Autism & ADHD Commonly Co-Occur
A significant number of children diagnosed with autism also have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a recent study.;There is a need for evaluation of ADHD and its presentation type in children with autism and other developmental delays, as these youth are at high risk for ADHD, the researchers stated. Clinical professionals should assess the presence of ADHD-related challenges across development and service needs in individuals with autism and/or developmental delays due to their high ADHD risk, the researchers recommended.;ADHD rates were highest in autistic children during early childhood and remained elevated in . . .