Abstract
Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are increasingly presenting for diagnosis and treatment in psychiatric and primary settings. ADHD affects 4-5% of adults and is characterized by childhood-onset and persistent symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Many adults with ADHD suffer from co-occurring depressive, anxiety, antisocial, and addictive disorders. Research has documented familial and genetic underpinnings, neuropsychological deficits, frontal-striatal, and catecholaminergic dysfunction. Treatment strategies include stimulant and nonstimulant medications as well as structured psychotherapies.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder |
| Subtitle of host publication | Concepts, Controversies, New Directions |
| Publisher | Taylor and Francis |
| Pages | 273-290 |
| Number of pages | 18 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781420017144 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - 1 Jan 2007 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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