The relationship between excess Candida albicans in the intestines and intestinal permeability and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

The results of a study conducted on humans in collaboration with departments of child psychiatry, psychiatry, pediatric health and diseases, microbiology-immunology, and genomic medicine abroad were published in a prestigious scientific journal at the end of 2023.

Intestinal Permeability and ADHD

The fungi present in the intestines of children diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and healthy children were comparatively analyzed. It was determined that there were statistically significant increases in the number of Candida albicans in the intestines of children with ADHD, and that a high number of Candida albicans also increased intestinal permeability.

Candida Albicans Excess and ADHD

Between the increase in the number of Candida albicans, a member of the gut microbiome, and ADHD symptoms, it was emphasized that there is a statistical relationship between the increase in the number of Candida albicans and the increase in intestinal permeability.

Autism and Candida Albicans

The fact that hyperactivity and ADHD, which are problem behaviors seen in autism, can accompany autism at a high rate (30-80%); the possibility that the excessive proliferation of Candida albicans in the intestines may be related should not be overlooked.

To prevent this situation, for clinical treatment and follow-up;

1. Correct diagnostic methods

2. Correct treatment methods

3. Proper diet and nutrition

should be applied.