The most important long-term issue for youth with ADHD is

A) the persistence of impulsive and risk-taking behaviours.
B) the persistence of hyperactivity symptoms and their impact on social functioning.
C) the persistence of learning difficulties.
D) increased risk for developing another psychiatric disorder, most often mood, anxiety and/or substance abuse disorders.
E) increased risk for developing another disorder, most often conduct disorder and antisocial personality disorder.

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Fran Cheska Calpito · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : D, Explanation :  While all of the options listed may be important long-term issues for youth with ADHD, research has consistently found that they are at increased risk for developing another psychiatric disorder, particularly mood, anxiety, and substance abuse disorders. Therefore, this is the most important long-term issue to address in order to prevent and manage comorbidities.

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