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Neurodiversity linked to violence-related emergency department visits
People with ADHD are more likely to experience violence and attend hospital Emergency Departments, finds new research by Cardiff University, Swansea University and the University of York.
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Research conducted by Cardiff University, Swansea University, and the University of York has found a link between neurodiversity and visits to emergency departments due to violence. The study specifically highlights that individuals with ADHD are more likely to experience violence and subsequently seek medical attention in emergency departments. This association is a key finding of the research, which was published in the Emergency Medicine Journal. The significance of this discovery lies in its potential to inform strategies for addressing the unique needs of individuals with neurodiverse conditions, such as ADHD.
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