ADHD Flashcards
1
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prevalence ADHD in children
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3-5%, 40% still persistent in adulthood
2
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influencers on clinical manifestations
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comorbidity, gender, age
3
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ADHD brain findings
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late maturation of the frontal cortex, dopamine and serotonin are suspects
4
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treatment with inhibitors (ADHD, II) with their targets
A
I methylphenidate (cheaper) II dexamphetamine
targets are: 5HHT, DAT, NET
5
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side effects ADHD medication
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lower appetite, insomnia, tachycardia, nausea
