Atlas One · Host Biology · Scale 07 — System

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.

Also known as: ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, ADD, attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity disorder, ADHD inattentive type, ADHD combined type

Scale 07 — SystemScale
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2026-06-08Last Reviewed
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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

FieldValue
IDattention-deficit-hyperactivity-disorder
NameAttention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Statusdraft
Last reviewed2026-06-08
Atlas01-human
Scale07-system

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