Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - symptoms, diagnosis and therapy among children and adults.

Introduction: The prevalence of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the world is estimated at about 5%. Among adults, it occurs with a frequency 2.5%. This syndrome can significantly impair functioning various areas life. There treatment to reduce symptoms. Aim study: aim study was collect and analyze publications on attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - symptoms, diagnosis therapy, taking into account differences among children adults. Material methods: We reviewed literature available PubMed database using keywords: "ADHD"; "Attention disorder"; '' ADHD diagnosis', ''ADHD therapy'; ‘’ADHD drug therapy’, ‘’Methylphenidate’, ‘’Atomoxetine” Results: clinical presentation changes over years. main symptoms are related inattention impulsiveness, while turn feeling inner fear. children, frequent accompanying disorders behavioral oppositional-defiant disorders, sleep personality, mood anxiety disorders. based multimodal approach that uses cognitive therapy effective stimulants (methylphenidate) non-stimulants (atomoxetine) Conclusions: comorbidities Pharmacotherapy carried out same drugs safe effective. Diagnosis both non-pharmacological pharmacological help important due risk increased mortality patients.