Neuroimaging in hyperkinetic children and adults: an overview.

The application of brain imaging techniques to children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders is reviewed, stressing methodological aspects. Findings are still provisional, but suggest minor structural changes in frontal and candate areas, especially on the right side. Functional studies su...

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Publicado en:Pediatric Rehabilitation Vol. 4; no. 2; pp. 57 - 71
Autores principales: Overmeyer S, Taylor E
Formato: review tables/charts Journal Article
Publicado: Taylor & Francis Ltd Apr-Jun2001
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Sumario:The application of brain imaging techniques to children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders is reviewed, stressing methodological aspects. Findings are still provisional, but suggest minor structural changes in frontal and candate areas, especially on the right side. Functional studies suggest reduced activation in these and other areas. The techniques do not yet contribute to individual diagnosis.