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Adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: key conceptual issues
Philip Asherson1, Jan Buitelaar2, Stephen V Faraone3
1MRC Social Genetic and Developmental Psychiatry, Institute of Psychiatry Psychology and Neuroscience, King's College London, London, UK.
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) significantly impacts adults, not just children. Recognizing and treating adult ADHD is crucial for patient well-being, despite current treatment gaps.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Background:
- Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was historically viewed as a childhood condition with minimal adult impact.
- Emerging evidence shows ADHD symptoms and impairments persist into adulthood, responding to similar treatments as in children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address conceptual issues in diagnosing ADHD in adults.
- To advocate for the recognition and treatment of adult ADHD among healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on ADHD in adult populations.
- Discussion of conceptual challenges in adult ADHD diagnosis.
- Analysis of treatment responses in adults compared to children.
Main Results:
- Adults experience ADHD symptoms and impairments comparable to children.
- Effective treatments for adult ADHD exist, mirroring pediatric interventions.
- Awareness and clinical practice for adult ADHD are increasing globally.
Conclusions:
- Adult ADHD should be recognized as a common adult mental health disorder.
- Failure to diagnose and treat adult ADHD negatively affects patient outcomes.
- Accessible diagnostic services and integrated treatment are needed worldwide.
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