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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults

D Feifel1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, La Jolla 92093-0603, USA. dfeifel@ucsd.edu

Postgraduate Medicine
|September 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary

Adult Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) affects 3% of adults. Recognizing its symptoms and diagnostic criteria aids accurate identification and prevents misdiagnosis, guiding effective treatment strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Adult Mental Health

Background:

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) impacts up to 3% of adults.
  • Adult ADHD often presents differently than in children, with less pronounced hyperactivity.
  • Key symptoms include inattention, distractibility, impulsivity, and mood-associated issues like irritability.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline cardinal features and diagnostic criteria for adult ADHD.
  • To emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis to identify overlooked cases.
  • To differentiate adult ADHD from incorrect self-diagnoses.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical interview as the primary diagnostic tool.
  • Utilizing rating scales, collateral reports, and neuropsychological testing.
  • Considering a trial of pharmacologic therapy when diagnosis is uncertain.

Main Results:

  • Adult ADHD symptom presentation can vary, often lacking overt hyperactivity.
  • Mood-associated symptoms are frequently observed in adult ADHD cases.
  • Comprehensive assessment is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis of adult ADHD requires a thorough clinical evaluation.
  • Understanding the varied symptom presentation in adults is key.
  • Pharmacologic therapy can be a valuable tool in managing adult ADHD.

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