El trastorno por déficit de atención e hiperactividad

Abstract

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a frequent disorder of neurodevelopment. The main symptoms are attention disorder and/or impulsivity and/or hyperactivity. There are different subtypes of ADHD according to the degree of presence of these three symptoms. The social, personal, family and school disruption observed in these patients are necessary for classification and depends on clinical severity, early and adequate diagnosis and treatment. The early detection improves the prognosis and reduces morbidity. There are different therapeutic approaches with high proved effectiveness. This current article develops the theoretical and practical bases for an appropriate approach of ADHD and an assessment of the different treatment options