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. 2008 Nov;8(6):484-9.
doi: 10.1007/s11910-008-0077-z.

Update on adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Paul Hammerness  1 , Craig Surman, Katherine Miller
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Update on adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Paul Hammerness et al. Curr Neurol Neurosci Rep. 2008 Nov.

Abstract

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a highly prevalent and highly morbid neurobehavioral disorder afflicting children, adolescents, and adults throughout the world. This article discusses the clinical assessment of adult ADHD, reviews the results of recent adult ADHD treatment studies with an emphasis on medications currently approved by the US Food and Drug Administration, and discusses the clinical management and monitoring of ADHD pharmacotherapy.

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