Biochemistry of ADHD - serotonin
Professor Philip Shaw discusses the relationship between serotonin and ADHD.
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2162. Biochemistry of ADHD - dopamine
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2233. Attention
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2171. Myths about ADHD
Professor Philip Shaw rebuffs the myth that ADHD is not a serious disorder.
2169. Is ADHD over-diagnosed?
Professor Philip Shaw discusses research into ADHD diagnosis, which suggests the disorder is under- rather than over-diagnosed.
2166. Ritalin, Adderall, Strattera - ADHD medications
Professor Philip Shaw discusses some medications use to treat ADHD, which lead to improvements in up to 90% of children.
2163. Dopamine
Professor Philip Shaw discusses some of the main functions associated with the dopamine system, which include reward, punishment, and control of action and attention.
2170. Clinical/behavioral treatments for ADHD
Professor Philip Shaw discusses some clinical and behavioral treatments for ADHD, which may work best when combined with medication.
2149. Cognitive symptoms of ADHD
Professor Philip Shaw introduces the three broad symptoms associated with ADHD: hyperactivity, impulsivity, and inattention.
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