Influence of National Traumatic Events on Inattention and Hyperactivity/Impulsivity Symptoms in Young Adults With and Without ADHD.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Previous studies indicate that national traumatic events, particularly terror attacks, have a broad impact on the general population, including individuals not directly exposed. However, research on how such events affect inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity symptoms in individuals with ADHD remains limited.

Method

This study examined the impact of the October 7 terror attack in Israel on ADHD-related symptoms. Young adults with and without ADHD (43 ADHD and 42 control) completed assessments of current and childhood ADHD symptoms, as well as anxiety, at two time-points: before and after the national traumatic event. Participants also reported their level of exposure to the October 7 attack and the subsequent war.

Results

The control group showed a subst

SUBMITTER: Erdinast T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12318154 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature