ADHD

Study results from S.B. Moss and colleagues update understanding of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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"The pathophysiology of adult ADHD is likely multifactorial, including genetic, environmental, and neurobiological influences. Though ADHD diagnostic criteria per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR) were developed based on child samples, the symptoms are believed to be similar in adults, with some developmental differences in symptom presentation. This article identifies common presenting complaints of adults who have ADHD and provides information useful for differential diagnosis of these patients," wrote S.B. Moss and colleagues, .

The researchers concluded: "Specific strategies for pharmacological and nonpharmacological intervention are also presented."

Moss and colleagues published their study in Primary Care (Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder in adults. Primary Care, 2007;34(3):445-73, v).

Additional information can be obtained by contacting S.B. Moss, Baylor Family Medicine Residency at Garland 601 Clara Barton Boulevard, Suite 340, Garland TX 75042 USA..

The publisher of the journal Primary Care can be contacted at: W B Saunders Co., Independence Square West Curtis Center, Ste. 300, Philadelphia, PA 19106-3399, USA.

Keywords: United States, ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, Diagnostics, Differential Diagnosis, Mental Disorder, Mental Health.

This article was prepared by Gastroenterology Week editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2007, Gastroenterology Week via NewsRx.com.