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Perception in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

Anselm B M Fuermaier1, Philippa Hüpen2, Stefanie M De Vries2

  • 1Department of Clinical and Developmental Neuropsychology, Faculty of Behavioural and Social Sciences, University of Groningen, Grote Kruisstraat 2/1, 9712 TS, Groningen, The Netherlands. a.b.m.fuermaier@rug.nl.

Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders
|April 13, 2017
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Individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) exhibit altered perceptual functions, including heightened smell detection but reduced visual and speech perception. Sensory sensitivities are also more pronounced in those with ADHD.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Psychology
  • Clinical Research

Background:

  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is linked to neuropsychological deficits.
  • Perceptual functions in ADHD are less understood, with conflicting evidence.
  • Interplay between neuropsychological and perceptual deficits complicates ADHD assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review perceptual functions in children and adults with ADHD.
  • To synthesize findings from objective (psychophysical) and subjective (self/informant reports) measurements.
  • To clarify the nature and extent of perceptual alterations in ADHD.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review.
  • Inclusion of studies using psychophysical methods for objective measurement.
Keywords:
ADHDHearingPerceptionSmellTasteVision

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  • Inclusion of studies using self- and informant reports for subjective measurement.

    • Main Results:

    • Individuals with ADHD show altered perceptual functions across various domains.
    • Increased olfactory detection thresholds observed in ADHD.
    • Reduced visual and speech perception identified in ADHD.
    • Heightened sensitivity and discomfort to sensory stimuli reported in ADHD.
    • Factors like medication, cognition, and symptom severity moderate perceptual alterations.

    Conclusions:

    • ADHD is associated with significant alterations in perceptual functions.
    • Findings have implications for daily functioning and clinical interventions in ADHD.
    • Further research is needed to fully understand the perceptual profile of ADHD.