Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which is characterized by the inability to appropriately modulate attention and/or impulse control and hyperactivity, resulting in social, academic and occupational underachievement, is presently the topic of intensive discussion in German psychiatry. With a prevalence of 3-5%, ADHD is one of the most frequently seen disorders in child and adoles...

The co-occurrence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and bipolar disorder has received much recent attention in the literature. The authors review the literature examining associations between ADHD and bipolar disorder in children, and data concerning severe irritability in youth with ADHD. This article focuses on (1) population-based studies examining ADHD and bipolar disorder ...

INTRODUCTION Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder usually diagnosed in children, with appearance of the first symptoms before the age of seven years. The disorder is characterized by inattention and/or impulsivity and hyperactivity that can seriously affect many aspects of behavior and performance at school. ADHD can be associated with como...

Abstract Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with its high prevalence is a growing area of concern and research, whereas exact underlying pathophysiology remains unknown. Behavioral therapy multiple medications include methylphenidate, atomoxetine, amphetamines while trigeminal nerve stimulator (TNS) the first medical device in ADHD FDA approval. The aim this article to evaluate lat...

conclusions the performance of working memory improved through training, and these trainings extended to other areas of cognition functions not receiving any training. trainings resulted in the improvement of performance in the tasks related to prefrontal area. they had also a positive and significant impact on the movement activities of hyperactive children. results training of working memory ...

conclusions this preliminary assessment suggests that duloxetine may be a medication of interest in the treatment of children with adhd. further controlled studies with larger samples are required to evaluate the efficacy of duloxetine in treatment of children with adhd. results ten children with a mean age of 8.40 ± 1.67 years terminated the trial. a significant reduction in cprs-r and its sub...

As defined in the 4th edition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (American Psychiatric Association, 1994), Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by a persistent pattern of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness, though it can present with or without hyperactivity. ADHD is the most common childhood mental health disorder, with an estimated ...

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity and/or impulsivity. While ADHD was initially recognized as childhood syndrome, scientific evidence accumulated to indicate that significant proportion of children continue experience symptoms in adulthood. Moreover, the question diagnosis can arise adult patients who were...

BACKGROUND: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity includes one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood. Despite high prevalence, many professionals who work with children adolescents this disorder do not have enough knowledge on subject. Physical education deal directly these need to choose which s...