Suicide risk with ASD traits or ADHD traits in non-clinical young adults

Yajing Sun, Zimo Huang, Shicun Xu (), Yinzhe Wang, Juan Wang, Chang Lei, Weijia Li, Yuanyuan Wang, Diyang Qu and Runsen Chen
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Yajing Sun: Tsinghua University
Zimo Huang: Tsinghua University
Shicun Xu: Jilin University
Yinzhe Wang: University of Pennsylvania
Juan Wang: Tsinghua University
Chang Lei: Tsinghua University
Weijia Li: Tsinghua University
Yuanyuan Wang: Ministry of Education
Diyang Qu: Tsinghua University
Runsen Chen: Tsinghua University

Palgrave Communications, 2024, vol. 11, issue 1, 1-10

Abstract: Abstract The impact of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) traits on suicidal thoughts and behaviors (STBs) remains inadequately explored. Hence, the present study aims to delve deeper into these intricate issues, contributing to a better understanding of these complex challenges among Chinese youth. The data of 90,882 participants was collected from 63 Chinese universities and colleges in Jilin, China. We aim to explore the risks of STBs on ASD, ADHD, and co-occurrence of ASD + ADHD by using the Autism Spectrum Quotient-10 items (AQ-10) and Adult ADHD Self Report Scale (ASRS). Propensity score matching (PSM) was implemented to balance demographical variables across the four groups. Binary logistic regression was then conducted to further analyze and compare suicide risk across the four groups, also accounting for sex differences. Suicide risks were significantly higher in the ADHD (OR = 1.24, p

Date: 2024
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