OCD often mistaken for ADHD – study

Various neuropsychological conditions manifest in similar ways, but the correct diagnoses and apt treatment is crucial for patient relief. Inaccurate diagnoses and improper treatment can exacerbate disease symptoms and can cause more harm than good, researchers have warned.

Mistaking obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) as attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is becoming common. The symptoms of both conditions broadly include impaired attention, memory, and behavioral control.