The life expectancy of adults with attention-deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is significantly shorter than that of peers without this condition, a large study warns.

A new study from the University College London found that men with ADHD have a reduced life expectancy of 6.78 years, and its worse for women.

Having attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is associated with a shorter life expectancy and a greater risk of mental health issues, a new study has found.

A study shows UK adults with ADHD have a life expectancy 6.78 years lower than the general population, underscoring the need for improved healthcare support.

“The evidence that people with diagnosed ADHD are living shorter lives than they should is extremely concerning, and highlights unmet support needs that require urgent attention,” the scientists wrote in their paper, published Thursday in The British Journal of Psychiatry.

On average, women diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder died almost nine years earlier, while men died almost seven years earlier, the U.K. study found.

A study has found that adults with ADHD may have reduced life expectancy due to lack of diagnosis and support. Many struggle with managing their condition, facing social and health challenges that could be mitigated with better services.