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[Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults. An overview]
1Klinik für Psychiatrie und Psychotherapie, Zentralinstitut für Seelische Gesundheit, Mannheim. sobanski@kv.zi-mannheim.de
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|June 29, 2004
Summary
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects 3-5% of children and persists into adulthood for nearly 50% of cases. This review covers ADHD in adults, including diagnosis and treatment options.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Context:
- Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a significant concern in German psychiatry.
- ADHD prevalence is 3-5% in child and adolescent psychiatry.
- Nearly 50% of childhood ADHD cases persist into adulthood.
Purpose:
- To review current findings on adult ADHD.
- To discuss epidemiology, etiology, and clinical presentation.
- To cover diagnostic assessment, pharmacotherapy, and psychological interventions.
Summary:
- ADHD involves difficulties with attention, impulse control, and hyperactivity, leading to underachievement.
- The review synthesizes current research on adult ADHD.
- Key areas include diagnosis, treatment (pharmacological and psychological), and comorbidities.
Impact:
- Highlights the high clinical significance of adult ADHD.
- Provides a comprehensive overview for clinicians and researchers.
- Informs current psychiatric understanding and management of ADHD.