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Children with the syndrome of disorders of attention, motor control and perception (DAMP) invariably fill diagnostic criteria for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and commonly have symptoms of autistic spectrum disorders. This study estimates the rate of autistic symptoms in a sample of children with ADHD by using the parent-rated Autism Criteria Checklist. A high proportion of parents (between 65–80%) reported significant difficulties in social interaction (particularly in empathy and peer relationships), and communication (particularly in imaginative ability, nonverbal communication and maintaining conversation). The nature and relationship between ADHD and pervasive developmental disorders is considered, as well as implications for assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
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Accepted: 30 April 1998
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Clark, T., Feehan, C., Tinline, C. et al. Autistic symptoms in children with attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder. European Child & Adolescent Psychiatry 8, 50–55 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1007/s007870050083
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s007870050083