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    Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: translating research into practice


    Coogan, Andrew and Dobrean, A. and Donev, R.M. and Mateescu, L. and Muller, U. and Thome, Johannes and Voinescu, Bogdan (2012) Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: translating research into practice. ADHD Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders, 4 (1). pp. 41-51. ISSN 1866-6116

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    Abstract

    Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults is a prevalent, yet under-appreciated, underresearched and poorly understood condition. Given this, it is imperative that information and awareness regarding this condition are made more widespread, both amongst the general public and amongst healthcare professionals. Further, given our poor understanding of the aetiology of the condition, meaningful translational research that migrates into and better informs clinical practice must be a priority. In this brief review we highlight areas regarding the clinical diagnosis and management of ADHD in adults (guidelines, rating scales, pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy) as well as areas of promising translational research (genetics, neuroimaging, sleep and circadian rhythms, animal models of ADHD). We address some of the challenges presented for both clinicians and healthcare providers and research scientists working to improve the lives of those adults with ADHD.

    Item Type: Article
    Keywords: ADHD; Adult; Guidelines; Genetics; Sleep;
    Academic Unit: Faculty of Science and Engineering > Psychology
    Item ID: 6720
    Identification Number: https://doi.org/10.1007/s12402-012-0073-7
    Depositing User: Dr. Andrew Coogan
    Date Deposited: 05 Jan 2016 15:44
    Journal or Publication Title: ADHD Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders
    Publisher: Springer
    Refereed: Yes
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      Use Licence: This item is available under a Creative Commons Attribution Non Commercial Share Alike Licence (CC BY-NC-SA). Details of this licence are available here

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