Psychostimulant Prescription in Children and Adolescents With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Evaluating the Current Practice in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Aims Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by the core symptoms of hyperactivity, impulsivity, and associated functional impairment. Psychostimulants are the most commonly prescribed medication for ADHD in children and adolescents. The use of...

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Main Authors: Syed Fahad Javaid, Aysha Ali Al Ahbabi, Ayesha Afzal, Noura Ali Al Ahbabi, Mohammed Ali Al Ahbabi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Cambridge University Press 2024-06-01
Series:BJPsych Open
Online Access:https://www.cambridge.org/core/product/identifier/S2056472424004812/type/journal_article