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Psychiatry and Neuroscience
Addiction Medicine

Context:

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is prevalent in substance-abusing populations, being three times higher than in the general population.
ADHD is frequently overlooked and inadequately treated within addiction treatment centers.

Purpose:

To identify and describe the challenges hindering the accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of ADHD in individuals with substance use disorders.

Summary:

A historical analysis reveals parallel diagnostic evolution and societal biases toward ADHD and substance use disorders.
Neurobiological research on impulsivity and free will informs the understanding of these co-occurring conditions.
ADHD is increasingly acknowledged in addiction treatment, necessitating the development of explanatory frameworks.

Impact:

Improved recognition and management of ADHD in addiction treatment settings.
Enhanced understanding of the neurobiological underpinnings of co-occurring ADHD and substance use disorders.
Development of evidence-based models for integrated treatment approaches.