Pharmacological Agents for the Treatment of Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: A Review of the Literature

2006 ◽  
Vol 19 (6) ◽  
pp. 336-341 ◽  
Author(s):  
Devon A. Sherwood ◽  
Jose A. Rey
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Pharmacological Agents ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
The Past ◽  
Life Problems ◽  
Diagnosis Therapy ◽  
Available Information

Adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been an emerging area of psychiatry of particular interest over the past few years. Whether this attention is due to new medications prompting the issue (ie, FocalinTM, StratteraTM) or emerging awareness that an estimated 4.4% of adults suffer with this diagnosis, therapy is of a limited selection. Untreated symptoms can lead to several life problems, including work and school difficulties, personal relationship issues, low self-esteem, and an increased chance of tobacco use, alcohol abuse, or other substance abuse. This article is to serve as a general overview of the available information regarding adult ADHD and the pharmacologic therapies available to treat the disorder.

scholarly journals The Mediating Effects of Self-Esteem and Harm Avoidance on the Association between Social Anxiety Symptoms and Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Symptom Severity in Turkish Inpatients with Alcohol Use Disorder

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cuneyt Evren ◽  
Elvan Cicekci ◽  
Gokhan Umut ◽  
Bilge Evren ◽  
Kubra Durmus Cicek
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Social Anxiety ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Symptom Severity ◽  
Alcohol Use Disorder ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Harm Avoidance ◽  
Adhd Symptoms ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder

Objective: The first objective of this research was to examine the association of the symptom severity of social anxiety with the adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptom severity in Turkish patients with alcohol use disorder (AUD). The second objective was to examine if harm avoidance and self-esteem mediated this relationship. Method: This cross-sectional analysis was performed among 151 inpatients with AUD at the Bakirkoy/AMATEM, a treatment center for substance use disorder, in Istanbul. Patients were examined with the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS), the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS), the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (SES), and the temperament dimension of Harm Avoidance (HA). Using SPSS-20 software, the data was analyzed using Pearson correlations, multivariate analysis of covariance (MANCOVA), and multiple linear regressions. Results: The scales scores were mildly correlated with each other. The low self-esteem and high HA were related with the inattentive (IN) dimension of ADHD, whereas low self-esteem solely predicted hyperactivity/impulsivity (HI) dimension of ADHD in MANCOVA. In the linear regression analysis, the severity of social anxiety, particularly avoidance dimension, was associated with the symptom severity of ADHD. In the second step of the analysis, together with the avoidance dimension of social anxiety, self-esteem was associated with the symptom severity of ADHD. However, in the third step, after including HA as an independent variable in the analysis, the avoidance dimension of social anxiety was no longer associated with the severity of adult ADHD symptoms, whereas self-esteem together with HA (particularly “anticipatory worry and pessimism” [HA-1], and “asthenia and fatigability” [HA-4]) predicted. Conclusion: Findings of the present study shows that although the symptom severity of social anxiety is associated with the severity of ADHD symptoms among inpatients with AUD, among dimensions of social anxiety, the avoidance dimension plays a main role in this relationship. Also, while the self-esteem partially mediates this relationship, HA seems to have a full mediator effect on this relationship.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Sluggish Cognitive Tempo, Self-esteem, and Attention-deficit Hyperactivity Disorder among University Students

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 238
Author(s):  
Shaimaa Ezzat Basha ◽  
Futiem Nasha Alsubie
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
University Students ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Self Report ◽  
Sluggish Cognitive Tempo ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Positive Direct ◽  
Cognitive Tempo

The present paper aims at determining the contribution of the Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) and self-esteem to predicting Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) among female university students in Saudi Arabia. It examines the differences in the research variables according to academic achievement. It also identifies the correlations of these variables. The authors applied the research instruments, i.e., the Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS-v1.1), Adult Concentration Inventory (ACI), and Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) to a sample of 203 female university students aged 19-31 years (M = 23.29 years; SD= 3.74 years). The results showed no differences in the mean scores of ASRS, ACI, and negative self-esteem in the achievement levels among university students. In contrast, there was a positive direct relationship between ADHD, SCT, and negative self-esteem. SCT contributed significantly (by 40%), whereas self-esteem contributed by 6% in predicting ADHD among university students. The study highlighted the contribution of both negative self-esteem and SCT to predicting ADHD among Saudi university students to understand the nature of the disorder and its predictors. The findings of this study can be utilized to develop preventive programs for enhancing self-esteem and increasing attention among university students.   Received: 17 December 2020 / Accepted: 31 January 2021 / Published: 5 March 2021

Predictors of Teachers’ Attitudes Toward Teaching Students With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in General Physical Education

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Chunxiao Li ◽  
Justin A. Haegele ◽  
Ho Lun Au ◽  
Kevin Wai Keung Kam
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Physical Education ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Interpersonal Mindfulness ◽  
Attitudes Toward Teaching ◽  
Teachers Attitudes ◽  
General Physical ◽  
General Physical Education

Purpose: This research was undertaken to examine predictors of physical education (PE) teachers’ attitudes toward teaching students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in general PE. Method: In-service PE teachers (n = 151) in Hong Kong completed a multi-section survey measuring demographic variables, attitudes, self-esteem, and intrapersonal and interpersonal mindfulness. Survey data were mainly analyzed through multiple regression analyses. Results: The results showed that special education-related coursework and self-esteem were positive predictors of attitudes. However, they were no longer a significant predictor after mindfulness was entered into the regression model while both types of mindfulness positively predicted attitudes. Discussion/Conclusion: Self-esteem as well as intrapersonal and interpersonal mindfulness play an important role in predicting PE teachers’ attitudes toward teaching students with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Related training components may be included in the professional development programs for improving PE teachers’ attitudes.

Epidemiology, Impairments, and Differential Diagnosis in Adult ADHD: Introduction

CNS Spectrums ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 13 (S12) ◽  
pp. 4-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lenard A. Adler
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Childhood Disorder

In the mid-1970s, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) was still believed to be a childhood disorder that disappeared with the onset of adolescence. At this time, Wender studied a cohort of adults presenting with ADHD-like symptoms, all of whom had been diagnosed with ADHD in childhood. Wender prescribed psycho-stimulants, which successfully produced a response in the adults, thus fostering research into adult ADHD.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

2002 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 270-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janice Selekman
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
School Nurses ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
The Past

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common conditions demanding the time and knowledge of school nurses. Although the condition was identified 100 years ago, it is only in the past decade that information has been clarified. New medication is continually being developed, and the area of comorbidity is exploding. This article updates school nurses on the latest information regarding ADHD.

Medical Mimics and Differential Diagnosis in Adult ADHD

CNS Spectrums ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 13 (S15) ◽  
pp. 14-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mark A. Stein
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Differential Diagnosis ◽  
Adult Patient ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Diagnostic Evaluation ◽  
Response To Treatment ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Rule Out

When performing a diagnostic evaluation for an adult patient with possible adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), clinicians must pay particular attention to possible mimics. ADHD mimics are conditions responsible for the symptoms or impairments that superficially resemble, and may be confused with ADHD. These mimics may produce symptoms and impairments similar to those seen in adults with ADHD, but differ in etiology, course, or response to treatment of ADHD. When evaluating someone for ADHD, clinicians should first rule out the possibility of medical, psychiatric, and social mimics of ADHD.

Neurological Basis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

1993 ◽  
Vol 60 (2) ◽  
pp. 118-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynthia A. Riccio ◽  
George W. Hynd ◽  
Morris J. Cohen ◽  
Jose J. Gonzalez
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Attention Deficit Disorder ◽  
Brain Dysfunction ◽  
Turn Of The Century ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Research Technology ◽  
The Past

Since the turn of the century, researchers have believed that attention deficit disorder (ADD) involves brain dysfunction. Many theories have been researched in an attempt to resolve the nature of brain dysfunction that has resulted in behaviors associated with ADD. In the past two decades, with an expansion of research technology, significant changes have occurred in the conceptualization of ADD—with or without hyperactivity—as well as in the neurological models relating to the etiology of this disorder. This article reviews these models and presents neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and neurophysiological perspectives on ADD.

scholarly journals A hybrid AI approach for supporting clinical diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ilias Tachmazidis ◽  
Tianhua Chen ◽  
Marios Adamou ◽  
Grigoris Antoniou
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Health Systems ◽  
Clinical Diagnosis ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Neurodevelopmental Disorder ◽  
Hybrid Approach ◽  
Public Health Issue ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
The Past ◽  
Increased Risk

AbstractAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that includes symptoms such as inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. It is considered as an important public health issue and prevalence of, as well as demand for diagnosis, has increased as awareness of the disease grew over the past years. Supply of specialist medical experts has not kept pace with the increasing demand for assessment, both due to financial pressures on health systems and the difficulty to train new experts, resulting in growing waiting lists. Patients are not being treated quickly enough causing problems in other areas of health systems (e.g. increased GP visits, increased risk of self-harm and accidents) and more broadly (e.g. time off work, relationship problems). Advances in AI make it possible to support the clinical diagnosis of ADHD based on the analysis of relevant data. This paper reports on findings related to the mental health services of a specialist Trust within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS). The analysis studied data of adult patients who underwent diagnosis over the past few years, and developed a hybrid approach, consisting of two different models: a machine learning model obtained by training on data of past cases; and a knowledge model capturing the expertise of medical experts through knowledge engineering. The resulting algorithm has an accuracy of 95% on data currently available, and is currently being tested in a clinical environment.

Pharmacotherapy of ADHD in Adults

CNS Spectrums ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 13 (S8) ◽  
pp. 11-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Timothy E. Wilens
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Major Depressive Disorder ◽  
Depressive Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Adult Adhd ◽  
Therapeutic Options ◽  
Major Depressive ◽  
Children With Adhd ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder

There is a complex overlap between major depressive disorder (MDD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The different therapeutic options for adult ADHD mirror those used for children with ADHD. Both stimulant and nonstimulant medications are used to treat the disorder.

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