Urinary inorganic arsenic concentration and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder: A population-based analysis in Arica, Chile.

Abstract:

Studies have shown that inorganic arsenic (In-As) exposure have an effect on cognitive development in children. However, the relationship between In-As exposure and child behavior has not been well studied. Attention deficithyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most common neurobehavioral disorder in children with an estimated prevalence of 5%. It has been postulated that In-As could affect the behavior decreasing ability to concentrate and increasing irritability, lapse of memory, and sleeplessness. Besides, In-As could have a indirect effect on behavior through its effects on cognitive performance.

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2018

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