Abstract:

Objective: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder associated with intelligence. Social functioning, peer relationships and academic skills are negatively affected by ADHD. In this study, we evaluated the intelligence coefficients (IQ) of children diagnosed with ADHD using the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children-IV (WISC-IV) according to age and gender. Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, ADHD was diagnosed according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Version (DSM-5). Five different composite scores were obtained: Verbal Comprehension Index (VCI), Perceptual Reasoning Index (PRI), Working Memory Index (WMI), Processing Speed Index (PSI), and Full Scale IQ (FSIQ). WISC-IV was applied to all patients by the same person. Results: Eighteen males (58.1%) and 13 females (41.9%) patients with ADHD were included in the study (p=0.369). The mean age was 109.00±22.74 months. There was no significant difference between the females and males in terms of the subscales of WISC-IV (VCI p=0.524, PRI p=0.465, WMI p=0.806, PSI p=0.717 and FSIQ p=0.977). Discussion: This study reveals the first WISC-IV data of ADHD patients in our province. The results showed that there was no difference between the females and males in terms of WISC-IV subscale scores. This study will be able to provide data to other studies in this area in our province.

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