Long-term neurocognitive effects of methylphenidate in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, even at drug-free status

Long-term neurocognitive effects of methylphenidate in patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, even at drug-free status

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Methylphenidate (MPH), a psycho-stimulant, is the most widely administered drug for the pharmacological management of patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This study attempts to determine whether sustainable...

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Main Authors: Huang Yu-Shu, Wang Liang-Jen, Chen Chih-Ken
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-11-01
Series:BMC Psychiatry
Subjects:
ADHD
Cognition
Methylphenidate
Neuropsychological test
Subtypes
Predictor
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-244X/12/194

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