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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Rebecca Whittaker

ADHD in childhood can increase the risk of physical health problems later in life

Having ADHD in childhood could increase the risk of physical health problems such as migraines, back problems, cancer, epilepsy and diabetes later in life.

That’s according to a study led by University College London (UCL) and University of Liverpool researchers that found people with ADHD traits at age 10 were more likely to have other physical health conditions by age 46.

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