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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by persistent inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It affects approximately 5-8% of children globally, with around 60-70% of cases persisting into adulthood. ADHD has significant implications for educational attainment, social interactions, and occupational success.
Diagnostic Criteria and Symptoms
To diagnose ADHD, symptoms must manifest before age 12 and be evident across multiple settings.
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The information-processing theory of cognitive development centers on fundamental mental processes, including attention, memory, and problem-solving skills. Researchers in this field examine how cognitive abilities, such as working memory, evolve and influence children's overall development. Studies indicate that children with stronger working memory tend to excel in reading comprehension, math, and problem-solving compared to peers with less efficient memory skills. Low working memory is also...

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[Executive function training in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder].

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology

Context:

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presents challenges in attention, inhibitory control, cognitive flexibility, and working memory.
  • Existing treatments for ADHD lack sufficient focus on improving these core cognitive mechanisms.

Purpose:

  • To deepen the understanding of ADHD by exploring its underlying neurobiological syndromes.
  • To review current proposals for enhancing cognitive functions in children with ADHD.

Summary:

  • This work reviews current proposals for improving cognitive functions in ADHD.
  • It examines three key neurobiological syndromes associated with ADHD: medial cingulate, dorsolateral, and orbitofrontal syndromes.
  • A comprehensive understanding of these deficits is crucial for developing effective ADHD treatment models.

Impact:

  • Advances in neuroscientific research and computerized tools can significantly enhance psychopedagogical and neuropsychological interventions for ADHD.
  • This research provides valuable data on the temporal and spatial aspects of ADHD, aiding in improved treatment outcomes.