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Does ADHD cause anxiety?

ADDParent

03/18/09

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Topics:Related Conditions , anxiety , ADHD , coexisting conditions , Comorbid Conditions

Or does anxiety sometimes cause ADHD, or do they occur together?

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Eileen Bailey

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Thank you for your question.

ADHD and anxiety can certainly occur alongside one another, which is known as co-existing disorders. In some people stimulant medications for ADHD can cause nervousness, agitation or anxiety.

You can read more about this:

Co-Existing Conditions

ADHD and Anxiety: Self Help Tips

Quiz: ADHD and Related Conditions

I hope this information helps.

Eileen

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