The decreasing prevalence of ADHD across the adult lifespan confirmed
Melissa Vos, Catharina A. Hartman
Abstract
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder common in both children and adults. Diagnostic criteria are based on two core symptom domains: inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity. Additionally, symptoms should first occur before age twelve and be accompanied by impairments in daily life [1]. In childhood, ADHD has an estimated prevalence of 5%-7% [2,3]. It is well […]
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MedicineMEDLINEGerontologyDemographyPsychiatryPsychologyBiologyBiochemistrySociologyAttention Deficit Hyperactivity DisorderChildren's Physical and Motor Development