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[Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults].

Arturo Roizblatt1, Francisco Bustamante, Félix Bacigalupo

  • 1Departamento de Psiquiatría, Facultad de Medicina, Campus Oriente, Universidad de Chile. ardasa@vtr.net

Revista Medica De Chile
|December 25, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is common in children and adults, often missed by physicians. Early recognition and treatment are crucial for improving lifestyles and managing comorbidities.

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Area of Science:

  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • General Medicine

Background:

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder originating in childhood and frequently persisting into adulthood.
  • Individuals with ADHD often experience significant impairments in affective, occupational, and social functioning.
  • High rates of comorbidity, including substance abuse, depression, and anxiety disorders, are associated with ADHD.

Observation:

  • ADHD diagnosis is frequently overlooked by general physicians.
  • Delayed identification of ADHD can impede timely and effective intervention.
  • This review provides practical tools for recognizing and referring patients with ADHD.

Findings:

  • ADHD is the most common diagnosis in child psychiatry.

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  • Adult ADHD significantly impacts lifestyle and functional areas.
  • Comorbid conditions are common in ADHD patients but often undiagnosed.

    • Implications:

    • Improved diagnostic skills among general physicians are needed for early ADHD detection.
    • Timely intervention can mitigate the long-term negative effects of ADHD on lifestyle and mental health.
    • Systematic screening and referral pathways are essential for addressing the unmet needs of ADHD patients.