Abstract
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by inappropriate levels of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. The cause of ADHD is unknown, but may involve both genetic and environmental factors. It has been suggested that exposure to inflammation in infancy may increase the risk for ADHD in later life. Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is the most common inherited autoinflammatory disorder. In many FMF patients the inflammation persists in attack-free periods. The prevalence of ADHD among FMF patients has not been studied previously.
Highlights
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by inappropriate levels of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity
It has been suggested that exposure to inflammation in infancy may increase the risk for ADHD in later life
In many Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) patients the inflammation persists in attack-free periods
Summary
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a developmental neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by inappropriate levels of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity. The cause of ADHD is unknown, but may involve both genetic and environmental factors. It has been suggested that exposure to inflammation in infancy may increase the risk for ADHD in later life. Familial Mediterranean Fever (FMF) is the most common inherited autoinflammatory disorder. In many FMF patients the inflammation persists in attack-free periods. The prevalence of ADHD among FMF patients has not been studied previously
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