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attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD (5-10% prevalence; 4:1 male:female) is driven by prefrontal cortex dopamine/norepinephrine deficiency impairing executive function; stimulants (methylphenidate, amphetamines) are first-line; 60-70% of childhood ADHD persists into adulthood.
Entry Metadata
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| ID | attention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder |
| Name | Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder |
| Status | draft |
| Last reviewed | 2026-06-08 |
| Atlas | 01-human |
| Scale | 07-system |
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Sources
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