Low levels of Zinc, Ferritin, Magnesium and Copper found in children with ADHD

Children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder had lower levels of zinc, ferritin and magnesium than healthy controls but had normal copper levels. Zinc levels were significantly lower in all types of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder while ferritin levels were significantly lower in both in-attentive and hyperactive types. Magnesium levels were significantly lower in both hyperactive and combined types than in control group. These results may be beneficial in treatment of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder according to their types.

Ital J Pediatr. 2011; 37: 60.