A Comparison of Comorbidity and Psychological Outcomes in Children and Adolescents with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Abstract

problems. Such psychiatric problems can create control problems within the family and throughout school life. Some of the effects of ADHD include poor academic performance, learning disorders, aggressive behavior, temper tantrums or social isolation, and alienation due to frequent peer conflict. As this disorder goes unrecognized and untreated, these problems become internalized, and can therefore create emotional instability, social withdrawal, and lack of self esteem.