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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder: an update.

Raymond Pary1, Susan Lewis, Paul R Matuschka

  • 1Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, University of Louisville School of Medicine, KY, USA.

Southern Medical Journal
|July 30, 2002
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a lifelong condition characterized by inattention and impulsivity. Diagnosis requires early symptom onset, and treatment primarily involves stimulant medications.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychiatry
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was initially considered a childhood disorder but is now recognized as a lifelong condition in some individuals.
  • Diagnostic criteria include symptom onset before age 7.
  • Clinical observations suggest dysfunction in catecholamine neurotransmission due to stimulant efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the understanding of ADHD across the lifespan.
  • To highlight diagnostic considerations and treatment modalities for adult ADHD.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical observations and neuroimaging studies (PET).
  • Electroencephalogram (EEG) findings and twin studies for genetic influence.
  • Emphasis on multi-source diagnostic data, including rating scales for adults.

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Main Results:

  • Reduced glucose metabolism in basal ganglia and frontal cortex observed in PET scans.
  • EEG shows excessive cortical slowing.
  • Twin studies confirm a familial and genetic component.
  • Adults with ADHD often present with disorganization and impulsivity rather than hyperactivity.

Conclusions:

  • ADHD is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder with genetic underpinnings.
  • Comprehensive assessment using multiple data sources is crucial for diagnosis.
  • Stimulant medications are the primary treatment, with bupropion as an alternative for those with substance abuse history.