comorbidity

(noun)

the presence of one or more disorders (or diseases) in addition to a primary disease or disorder

Related Terms

  • fragile X syndrome
  • rett syndrome
  • neurodevelopmental disorder
  • attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • autism

Examples of comorbidity in the following topics:

  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Autism and ADHD

    • Many people with ADHD also show comorbidity: they develop secondary disorders in addition to ADHD .
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