Cited by 2Attention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderCOVID-19 and Mental HealthSubstance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes

Prevalence, Correlates, and Comorbidities Among Young Adults Who Screened Positive for ADHD in South Korea During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Park, SongEun, Park, Subin·2024·Journal of Attention Disorders

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: This study examined the prevalence, associated factors, and psychiatric comorbidities of adult ADHD during the COVID-19 pandemic by analyzing nationally representative data. METHODS: Among the 5,511 respondents of the 2021 National Mental Health Survey, South Korea, 2,764 (18-49 years) were selected. The Korean versions of the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale, Composite International Diagnostic Interview, and Structured Clinical Interview for Internet Gaming Disorder were used as diagnostic assessments. RESULTS: The 6-month prevalence of positive screens for adult ADHD was 3.1%. In individuals aged 18 to 29 years exhibiting adult ADHD symptoms, high prevalence rates of alcohol use, depression, and Internet gaming disorders were observed in the last 12 months. Adults who screened positive for ADHD reported significantly lower life satisfaction and resilience, and higher loneliness and social isolation (vs. non-ADHD group). CONCLUSION: Adult ADHD symptoms significantly influenced mental well-being, highlighting the need for an appropriate treatment/prevention system, particularly for individuals aged 18 to 29 years.

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Authors
Park, S., & Park, S.
Affiliations
Seoul National University (KR)
Corresponding author
Park, Subin
Venue
Journal of Attention Disorders
Published
2024-05-31
Volume
28
Issue
9
Pages
1331-1339
ISSN
  • 1087-0547 (ISSN-L)
  • 1557-1246
OpenAlex
W4399243479
Cited by
2
References
50
Citations by year
2025: 2
FWCI
0.59
Type
journal article
Language
en
Open access
closed
Locations
  • Journal of Attention Disorders (publishedVersion)
  • PubMed (publishedVersion)
Topics
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Psychiatry and Mental health › Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
  • Social Sciences › Psychology › Clinical Psychology › COVID-19 and Mental Health
  • Health Sciences › Medicine › Epidemiology › Substance Abuse Treatment and Outcomes
Keywords
adult ADHD, ADHD prevalence, young adults, COVID-19 pandemic, psychiatric comorbidity, alcohol consumption, depression, internet gaming disorder, life satisfaction, resilience, loneliness, social isolation, South Korea
MeSH terms
Internet Addiction Disorder, COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Adolescent, Adult, Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity, Depression, Female, Health Surveys, Humans, Loneliness, Male, Middle Aged, Social Isolation, Comorbidity, Prevalence, Young Adult, Republic of Korea

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