Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults - experience of the first National Health Service clinic in the United Kingdom.
Background : Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often persists into adulthood. Controlled trials in adults with ADHD show that stimulant treatment is effective. Method: Ninety-six patients referred to a clinic for adults with ADHD were systematically assessed. An open trial of pemoline...
| Publicado en: | Journal of Mental Health Vol. 9; no. 5; pp. 527 - 536 |
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| Formato: | Journal Article |
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Taylor & Francis Ltd
Oct2000
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