Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Psychiatric Disorders in Children with Intellectual Disability

Psychiatric disorders are common in children with intellectual disability and can affect their quality of life, as well as that of their families. Children with intellectual disability can suffer from a range of psychiatric disorders, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, bipolar dis…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 16× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2643-6655 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Psychiatric disorders are common in children with intellectual disability and can affect their quality of life, as well as that of their families. Children with intellectual disability can suffer from a range of psychiatric disorders, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and autism spectrum disorder. Treatment strategies for these conditions vary depending on the individual and their specific needs. Early diagnosis and intervention are important for improving the outcomes of these disorders. The use of evidence-based treatments, such as cognitive behavior therapy and medication, can help to reduce the symptoms and improve quality of life. Parents and caregivers should also be involved in the treatment process in order to ensure that the needs of the child are being adequately addressed.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 16 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (ISSN 2643-6655).

Journal editorial board
Laura Orsolini · Italy

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