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Do you have ADHD and digestive problems? It might not be a coincidence.
A new study found that people with ADHD had 58% higher odds of having IBS, 97% higher odds of dealing with constipation, and more than twice the odds of having diarrhea.
Why does this happen?
Researchers don’t know for sure, but they think ADHD traits like irregular eating or poor sleep may play a role. Stimulant medications are also known to cause gastrointestinal issues.
It’s important to remember that this data only shows a link, not that ADHD causes these symptoms. Scientists are still looking into the connection between the brain and the gut.
“We can’t yet say ADHD causes these gut problems, or exactly what is driving the link, but the pattern is striking enough to warrant attention,” said one of the study’s authors, Dr. Saran Shantikumar, an associate clinical professor at Warwick Medical School.
In the meantime, if this is you, talk to your health care provider.
Read the full study here:
https://doi.org/10.1177/10870547261469626
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