What Is ADHD – Meaning & Symptoms

Comorbidities

People who have had an ADHD diagnosis can often have other co-occurring mental health conditions like anxiety or depression. These conditions can occur due to the ADHD of the challenges that come with ADHD.

Anxiety

People with ADHD find daily tasks, relationships, work, and other aspects of life. This is primarily because of the lack of education around the condition and its coping mechanisms. There is also a sense of isolation with any mental health condition, increasing the risk of anxiety. According to the CDC, those diagnosed with ADHD are more likely to have ADHD than those without it.

There are a variety of anxiety disorders, including:

• Generalized Anxiety: Fear of terrible things occurring, including what might happen in the future.
• Separation Anxiety: Fear of being away from loved ones and a supportive environment.
• Social Anxiety: Fear of going to school, work, or other places with crowds and socializing