Changes in depression and ADHD symptoms
| Depression (n=247) | ADHD (n=241) | Inattention (n=247) | Hyperactivity-impulsivity (n=244) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Improved | 22 (9) | 6 (2) | 6 (2) | 8 (3) |
| Not different | 136 (55) | 217 (90) | 208 (84) | 223 (91) |
| A little worse | 64 (26) | 18 (8) | 32 (13) | 13 (5) |
| Very much worse | 25 (10) | 0 (0) | 1 (1) | 0 (0) |
Values are presented as number (%). The mean changes in total ADHD symptoms, inattention, and hyperactivity-impulsivity were calculated by the sum of changes in 18, 9, and 9 ADHD symptoms per 18, 9, and 9, respectively (ranging from 1 to 4). The degree of change for the mean change in the total ADHD symptoms, inattention, and hyperactivity-impulsivity was judged by the criterion such as 1-1.75, improved; 1.75-2.5, not different; 2.5-3.25, a little worse; and 3.25-4, much worse. A mean change in depression symptoms was likewise calculated and categorized. ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder; SD, standard deviation