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2220-3206 (online) |
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Pediatrics |
| Manuscript Type |
Meta-Analysis |
| Article Title |
Effects of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder on growth in children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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| Manuscript Source |
Unsolicited Manuscript |
| All Author List |
Yi Zhang, Ying-Ying Miao, Feng-Xia Wang, Xin Li, Ji-Hong Wang, Zhang-Lin Wang, Qing-Song Ren, Yong-Le Wang, Feng-Juan Yuan, Yu-Jing Zhou and Mo-Yu Shang |
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| Funding Agency and Grant Number |
| Funding Agency |
Grant Number |
| First-class Undergraduate Course Construction Project of Henan Province (Online and Offline Hybrid Course) |
[2021] 21548 |
| 2021 Pingdingshan Smart Nursing Key Laboratory |
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| Corresponding Author |
Feng-Xia Wang, FCCP, School of Nursing, Pingdingshan University, School of Nursing, Pingdingshan University, Pingdingshan 467000, China, Pingdingshan 467000, Henan Province, China. 13673759892@163.com |
| Key Words |
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; Body mass index; Body weight; Height; Medication; Meta-analysis |
| Core Tip |
This meta-analysis of 18 studies explored how long-term attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication affects growth in children and adolescents. Results show that treatment is linked to decreases in weight and height, with slight increases in weight and height z scores, while body mass index trends downward non-significantly. No significant increase in overweight or obesity risk was observed. These findings underscore the need for careful growth monitoring in children on ADHD medication, as long-term treatment may impair physical development without substantially affecting obesity risk. The study highlights important considerations for clinicians managing ADHD treatment. |
| Publish Date |
2025-09-26 08:19 |
| Citation |
<p>Zhang Y, Miao YY, Wang FX, Li X, Wang JH, Wang ZL, Ren QS, Wang YL, Yuan FJ, Zhou YJ, Shang MY. Effects of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder on growth in children and adolescents: A systematic review and meta-analysis. <i>World J Psychiatry</i> 2025; 15(10): 110404</p> |
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https://www.wjgnet.com/2220-3206/full/v15/i10/110404.htm |
| DOI |
https://dx.doi.org/10.5498/wjp.v15.i10.110404 |
