Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (), is a neurobehavioral developmental disorder[1][2][3] affecting about 3-5% of the world’s population under the age of 19.[4] It typically presents itself during childhood, and is characterized by a persistent pattern of and/or hyperactivity, as well as forgetfulness, poor impulse control or impulsivity, and distractibility.[5][6] is currently considered to be a persistent and chronic condition for which no medical cure is available, although medication can be prescribed. is most commonly diagnosed in children and, over the past decade, has been increasingly diagnosed in adults. About 60% of children diagnosed with retain the condition as adults.[7] It appears to be highly heritable, although one-fifth of all cases are estimated to be caused from trauma or toxic exposure. Methods of treatment usually involve some combination of medications, , life style changes, and counseling.

The scientific consensus in the field, and the consensus of the national health institutes of the world, is that is a disorder which impairs functioning, and that many adverse life outcomes are associated with . It has been frequently said by a minority of news sources, social critics, certain religions, and individual medical professionals, to be a controversial disorder.[weasel words] These criticisms fall outside of majority or minority viewpoint and question its causes, its treatment, and even the existence of .

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May 19, 2008 | Filed Under Mental Disorders 

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