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Are there causal relationships between ADHD and BMI? Evidence from multiple genetically informed designs

2020-04-22 psychiatry and clinical psychology Title + abstract only
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BackgroundAttention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Body Mass Index (BMI) are associated. However, it remains unclear whether this association reflects causal relationships in either direction, or confounding. Here, we implemented genetically informed methods to examine bidirectional causality and potential confounding. MethodsThree genetically informed methods were employed: (1) cross-lagged twin-differences analysis to assess bidirectional effects of ADHD symptoms and BMI at ages 8,...

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