ArticleIndian journal of psychiatry
Prescription patterns and medication adherence in preadolescent children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
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- Medication adherence and influencing factors in children and adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in pharmacology · 2026Pooled it
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in India: epidemiology, diagnostic inequities, treatment gaps, and public mental health implications.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Review
- Assessing willingness and preference for body scan practices in ADHD: a survey study.BMC complementary medicine and therapies · 2025Article
- Factors associated with pharmacological treatment in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorders: a retrospective study of a series of 77 cases in a single third-level reference Centre in Apulia region.Italian journal of pediatrics · 2023Article
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Abstract
backgroundNonadherence in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can be as high as 80%, yet studies on adherence to medications in preadolescent children are few. Recent Indian trends in prescription patterns are lacking.
aimThe present study assesses prescription patterns and adherence to medications in preadolescent children with ADHD. MATERIALS AND
methodsFifty children aged 5-12 years with ADHD, who were on medications for at least 6 months, were enrolled. Their sociodemographic factors and prescription details were noted. Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parents Rating Scale and Compliance Rating Scale were administered.
resultsSixty-two percent of the children had good compliance, whereas 38% showed reluctance. Adherence was better in children with shorter duration of illness, lesser severity, absence of side effects, and stimulant prescription. Non-stimulant-based combination (40%) was more common compared to stimulants (28%), with atomoxetine and risperidone being the most commonly prescribed medications.
conclusionsAdherence to medications in preadolescent children with ADHD is good. Associated factors and implications are discussed.
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