What concept does a school-aged child with ADHD showing symptoms of anxiety and learning difficulties best exemplify?
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Correct answer: Comorbidity – multiple disorders co-occur in children
Childhood neurodevelopmental and behavioural disorders commonly co-occur (comorbidity); children with ADHD frequently have additional anxiety, learning, conduct, or mood problems.
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