The Science of ADHD

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a long-term disorder affecting many children and adults. It is also a highly controversial psychiatric disorder; in its cause, its diagnosis, and the effect of diagnosis on the patient. This controversy is exacerbated by the commonly recommended treatment for the condition - Ritalin.

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The Science of ADHD addresses the scientific status of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in an informed and accessible way, without recourse to emotional or biased viewpoints. The author utilises the very latest studies to present a reasoned account of ADHD and its treatment.

Provides an up-to-date account of the neuroscience of ADHD, and the limitations of such research
Addresses the scientific status of ADHD from an objective and evidence-based standpoint without recourse to emotional and uninformed argument
Describes and discusses the ever increasing scientific evidence
As a parent of a child with ADHD, the author has first-hand experience of the subject matter, and a unique understanding of the information parents require on the subject