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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) : by Michael Pelster and Sarah Leggett
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) : by Michael Pelster and Sarah Leggett
Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD = ADD
Global prevalence is approximately 5%.
Boys vs. Girls?
Considered to be a chronic disease (30%-50%)
Diagnostic Criteria (DSM-IV)
Genetics?
Pre-natal Environment?
Diet?
Environmental/Social Factors?
Criticism
1. No precise test
2. Frequently-changing diagnostic standards
3. Not able to be cured
??? (flawed)