Background Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most commonly
diagnosed and treated psychiatric disorders in childhood. Typically, children and …

The relevant literature concerning cognitive effects of amphetamine and methylphenidate,
was reviewed, with an emphasis on research conducted in adults diagnosed with attention …

Background: An inhibition deficit, including poor interference control, has been implicated as
one of the core deficits in AD/HD. Interference control is clinically measured by the Stroop …

The purpose of this review is to consider the mechanism of action, pharmacological
properties and neuropsychological effects of methylphenidate. This has been stimulated by …

Abstract Whyte J, Hart T, Vaccaro M, Grieb-Neff P, Risser A, Polansky M, Coslett HB: Effects
of methylphenidate on attention deficits after traumatic brain injury: A multidimensional …

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is related to an attenuated and dysfunctional
dopamine system. Normally, a high extracellular dopamine level yields a tonic dopaminergic …

A growing body of literature has examined the cognitive effects of immediate-release
methylphenidate in children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, a …

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) mainly affects the academic performance of
children and adolescents. In addition to bringing physical and mental health benefits …

OBJECTIVES: To assess the clinical and cost-effectiveness of oral methylphenidate
hydrochloride (MPH), dexamfetaminesulphate (DEX) and atomoxetine (ATX) in children and …

DSM-IV-TR defines ADHD-Predominantly Inattentive as allowing up to five symptoms of
hyperactivity/impulsivity, while theories of the inattentive type usually assume a group that is …