Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a short review

Abstract

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood psychiatric disorder with a prevalence of 4 to 8%. ADHD is characterized by hyperactivity, impulsiveness, and inappropriate inattentiveness. Though long considered a disease of childhood, studies have shown that a majority of cases persist in adulthood causing significant psychosocial impairment. Diagnosis is often based on clinical symptoms, and psychostimulants are mainstay in treatment of ADHD that are often complemented by psychotherapy and behavioural modifications.

An Investigation of Teachers' Views on the Difficulties at School of Secondary School Students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

“…However, drug treatments alone have not achieved sufficient success in reducing problem behaviors (Evans et al, 2008). It has been concluded that combining psychotherapy, behavioral therapy and psychoeducational support with drug therapy will yield more positive results when treating ADHD (Gill & Bhatt, 2016;Elsayed & Salama, 2020;Hafeez, 2022).…”