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People withattention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)may have shorter lifespans, new research has found.
But, the report doesnt suggest the condition itself leads to earlier death.
Having ADHD is not causal to death.
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But the conditions ofADHDtend to generate more situations in life that can be [life-]threatening.
No one symptom of ADHD can lead to these situations, though.
Its a decent number of years, but I dont think it was surprising, Dandekar said.
The new study isnt the first to suggest ADHD could play a role in how long some people live.
The reasons ADHD could affect life expectancy are varied.
Newcorn also noted that ADHD is a risk factor forsuicide.
If you are having thoughts of harming yourself, reach out to the988 Lifeline for support.
The takeaway from the research isnt that people with ADHD will definitely have shorter lifespans, Manos said.
I dont want people to walk away thinking ADHD is going to kill you, he explained.
Others may also be hesitant to accept an ADHD diagnosis and take medications that may help, Manos said.
But experts said access to care and symptom management can mitigate the risks.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Treatment of ADHD.
