Table 2.
Top problems reported by adolescents and young adults with ADHD and their parents during early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.
| Endorsed by Parents% (n) | Endorsed by Youth % (n) | |
|---|---|---|
| Social Isolation | 26.7 (23) | 41.5 (39) |
| Difficulties Engaging in Online Learning | 23.3 (20) | 20.2 (19) |
| Motivation Problems | 27.9 (24) | 14.9 (14) |
| Boredom | 8.1 (7) | 21.3 (20) |
| Sleep Dysregulation | 14.0 (12) | 8.5 (8) |
| Concentration Problems | 11.6 (10) | 9.6 (9) |
| Organization, Time management, and Planning Problems | 10.5 (9) | 6.4 (6) |
| Anxiety | 9.3 (8) | 7.4 (7) |
| Reduced Physical Activity | 5.8 (5) | 9.6 (9) |
| Irritability | 11.6 (10) | 3.2 (3) |
| Depression | 8.1 (7) | 3.2 (3) |
| Conflict with family members | 1.2 (1) | 9.6 (9) |
| Difficulty Following Safety Guidelines | 2.3 (2) | 3.2 (3) |