Exploring the Link between the Obesity and ADHD
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Obesity, ADHD, relationshipAbstract
Obesity is a chronic, multifactorial and recurrent disease. ADHD is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder in early childhood. The core symptoms include attention deficit, hyperactivity/impulsivity and oppositional defiance. Research shows that there is a significant correlation between obesity and ADHD, and the probability of overweight and obese children suffering from ADHD is significantly higher than that of normal weight children. This paper discusses the association mechanism between ADHD and obesity from the perspectives of genetics, eating disorders, intestinal flora and poor physical exercise. At the same time, in view of the prevention and intervention of the comorbidity of ADHD and obesity, this paper also puts forward various means such as diet intervention, exercise prevention intervention and drug treatment. However, the relationship between obesity and ADHD is complex, and the comorbidity problem needs to be solved urgently. Establishing an effective early screening system, implementing targeted prevention and intervention measures, and strengthening public awareness and understanding of comorbidities are important ways to improve the quality of life of this group. Further research is needed in the future.
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