The study of the psychology of attention deficit disorders
1 Introduction. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder NDD that manifests with inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It can be classified into three subtypes depending on the intensity of symptoms: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive and Initiation. The combination of psychological theory and interpretation of research has been highlighted as critical influencers guiding decision-making for the design and development of clinical treatments for ADHD, 1, 2. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder of self-regulation with symptoms. attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. The relative prevalence of the disorder is high and affects all children, although estimates vary widely. or more. 21, disorder usually begins in early childhood and is characterized by excessive activity, even at a developmental level, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York, USA. of Psychiatry and Medical Psychology, Clinica Universidad de Navarra, Pamplona, Navarra, Spain. of Brain Imaging and Neuromodulation, Nathan Kline Institute of Psychiatric Research, INTRODUCTION. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ADHD is one of the most common child psychiatric disorders 1-4. This neurodevelopmental disorder can persist into adulthood and result in significant adverse health and psychosocial outcomes, including a higher incidence of comorbid mental disorders. ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder. disorder in self-regulation with symptoms that negatively affect daily functioning at work and at work. at home, with long-term effects on academic, vocational, social and. Previous research focused on youth and young adults shows that exposure to nature improves cognitive functioning, reduces attention deficit disorder, and promotes self-awareness. Meta-analysis shows that wilderness challenge programs can have moderate effect sizes on delinquent behavior and other Abstract measures. Decades of research show that genes play a crucial role in the etiology of ADHD and its comorbidity with other disorders. Family, twin, and adoption studies show that ADHD runs in families. The high heritability of ADHD motivated the search for genes predisposing to ADHD.