Early adolescent substance use dramatically increases the risk of lifelong substance use
disorder (SUD). An adolescent sensitive period evolved to allow the development of risk …

Adolescence is a period of dramatic neural reorganization creating a period of vulnerability
and the possibility for the development of psychopathology. The maturation of various neural …

This article reviews the literature concerning attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
medication misuse, abuse, dependence, diversion, and malingering. The review covers …

There are over twenty rodent models of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), with
most reflecting a recognized ADHD subtype. Of these, only five rat models (Neonatal 6 …

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental behavioral disorder in
children. Alterations in gut microbiota composition are associated with neurological …

This chapter reviews methylphenidate misuse, abuse, dependence, diversion, and
malingering associated with its use as a prescription medication for attention …

Evidence of sensitization following stimulants administration in humans is just emerging,
which prevents reaching more definitive conclusions in favor or against a purported …

Rationale Catecholamine transmission modulates numerous cognitive and reward-related
processes that can subserve more complex functions such as cost/benefit decision making …

As addiction professionals, we are becoming increasingly concerned about preteenagers
and young adults' involvement with substance abuse as a way of relieving stress and anger …

Background Adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been added as a
diagnosis to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders version 5 (DSM5) in …