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Objective : The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between time use methylphenidate and anxiety in children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Metod: In this cross-sectional study was investigated 32 children (ages 8–12) with ADHD in tree groups1- non medication , 2-short-term use methylphenidate(1-3 month) and long-term use of this medication(more of 3 month).They were matched for age and intelligence quotient. For each group were administered Conner’s Parent Rating Scale-48, ADHD Rating Scale based on DSM-IV criteria and Revised Children's Manifest Anxiety Scale.
Results: The Finding indicated meaningful difference in the anxiety and worry-hypersensitive factors between groups and scheffe test show the significant difference between 1 and 2 groups but any difference demonstrated in Conner and ADHD Rating Scales.
Conclusion : The results show that use short-term methylphenidate may explanation anxiety phenomena in children with ADHD.
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