Theory of mind deficit and its relationship with executive functions in adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: A comparative study

Key Points

• This study aims to explore the relationship between theory of mind deficits and executive functions in adults with ADHD.
• Comparison of adults with ADHD to a control group
• Assessment of theory of mind and executive function performance
• Statistical analysis of relationships between cognitive domains
• Confirmed deficits in both theory of mind and executive functions in adults with ADHD
• Lack of strong correlations indicates theory of mind and executive functions may be independent