Clinical and functional implications of a history of childhood ADHD in first-episode psychosis

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Summary:

There is mounting evidence indicating that a childhood history of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is associated with an increased risk for psychotic disorders, including schizophrenia.

These results strongly indicate that a history of childhood ADHD in First Episode Psychosis (FEP) is more frequent than that reported in the general population and predictive of poorer clinical response to treatment.

This emphasizes the need for actively screening for a history of ADHD in FEP patients and for treatments that are tailored for these patients.

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That was me… I was the 5 year old chronic ADHD kid who grew up to get tutored a lot because I couldn’t sit still… focus… or act right in class. I am also dyslexic and when I was a kid… had NO personal boundaries. I was a chronic space invader.

I was HYPER all the way… I remember feeling the energy just trying to get out. Sitting still was a hard and almost painful task.

I think what helps me the most is the Seroquel.

I’ve met a lot of ADHD kids as I’ve been growing up and I don’t think we’re as treatment resistant as this article seems to say. Just like with my Sz… our prognosis isn’t that hopeless… I hope.

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I thought of you as I was reading this. I’m glad you are doing well on the Seroquel.

My cousin and half brother have ADHD. My kids might be at a higher risk for this. At least I know what to look for.

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