Pamela Ann Melvin Sater is a recent graduate of the doctor of medical science program at A.T. Still University's Arizona School of Health Sciences. The author has disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
JAAPA. 2022 Feb 1;35(2):42-47. doi: 10.1097/01.JAA.0000803632.72370.24.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common disorder affecting people of all ages, and is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Adults frequently have less hyperactivity or impulsivity but struggle more with inattentiveness and restlessness. Adults also may have comorbid psychiatric conditions and substance use issues that can make ADHD challenging to detect and treat. If left untreated, ADHD may harm the patient's quality of life. This article examines therapies for treating adults with ADHD.
注意缺陷多动障碍(ADHD)是一种常见的影响各个年龄段人群的疾病,其特征为注意力不集中、多动和冲动。成人通常较少出现多动或冲动,但更难以集中注意力和保持安静。成人也可能存在共病的精神疾病和物质使用问题,这可能使 ADHD 难以被发现和治疗。如果不加以治疗,ADHD 可能会损害患者的生活质量。本文探讨了治疗成人 ADHD 的各种疗法。