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ea0032p777 | Obesity | ECE2013

Frequency of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in a bariatric post surgery sample: clinical, analytical and psychological differences among bariatric patients with ADHD criteria

Nicolau Joana , Ayala Luisa , Frances Carla , Zubillaga Ivana , Jose Muniz Maria , Rodriguez Irene , Alberto Gomez Luis , Fortuny Regina , Masmiquel Lluis

Background: There is an increasingly aware of strong associations between obesity and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), with high rates of ADHD (26–61%) in patients seeking weight loss. Psychological evaluation is mandatory in patients presenting for bariatric surgery (BS), although it is focused on eating disorders and depression, with data lacking on ADHD. ADHD could increase the risk for less successful results after surgery because of noncompliance with...
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