The Impact of the Hybrid Education Model on Medical Students with Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate the effects and outcomes of the hybrid education model, which became widespread during the pandemic period, on medical students with attention-deficit/hyper-activity disorder (ADHD) symptoms. Methods: A thorough sociodemographic data form and the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) were distributed to 531 medical students for this cross-sectional study. The students were contacted via online platforms and offered to complete the form using a Google Forms survey application. Results: It was shown that the individuals in the group with probable ADHD were less motivated outside of the university (P =.002), experienced greater difficulty focusing and paying attention (P < .001), and spent more time in front of screens outside of the classroom (P = .001). Similarly, negative affect scores related to eating habits were higher in the group with probable ADHD (P = .005). Moreover, physical complaints were found to be more frequent in the probable ADHD group (P =