Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: does it affect adults too?
A review of the literature and our experience suggest that attention deficit hyperactivity disorder does not necessarily disappear in adolescence but may persist into adult life. Detection of the disorder later in life may be made more difficult when it is masked by other diagnostic labels. Once the disorder has been identified in the adult, however, proper intervention with psychotherapy and medical management can make a significant difference in the patient's life.
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University of South Carolina, School of Medicine, Columbia 29202.
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D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D002648:Child; D003913:Dextroamphetamine / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007398:Interpersonal Relations; D008774:Methylphenidate / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010389:Pemoline / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011613:Psychotherapy; D012649:Self Concept
D008774:Methylphenidate; D010389:Pemoline; D003913:Dextroamphetamine