Table of Contents and Preface	8
	1 Description of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder	10
	1.1 Terminology	10
	1.2 Definition	10
	1.3 Epidemiology	12
	1.3.1 Prevalence	12
	1.3.2 Gender	13
	1.3.3 Age	13
	1.3.4 Problems in Adulthood	14
	1.3.5 Ethnicity	17
	1.4 Course and Prognosis	17
	1.5 Differential Diagnosis	18
	1.6 Comorbidities in ADHD Patients	20
	1.7 Diagnostic Procedures and Documentation	23
	2 Theories and Models of ADHD	25
	2.1 Biological Factors in ADHD	26
	2.1.1 Genetic Contributions	26
	2.1.2 Neurological Factors	27
	2.1.3 Cognitive Determinants	28
	2.2 Perinatal Factors in ADHD	30
	2.3 Psychological Factors in ADHD	30
	2.4 Interactions between Biological and Psychological Factors	31
	3 Diagnosis and Treatment Indications	33
	3.1 Assessment Procedures	34
	3.2 Specific Assessment Techniques	35
	3.3 The Decision-Making Process	37
	3.4 Treatment Considerations	37
	4 Treatment	40
	4.1 Methods of Treatment	40
	4.1.1 Stimulant Medication	40
	4.1.2 Psychotherapy	44
	4.1.3 Combined Pharmacological and Behavioral Interventions	48
	4.1.4 Common Psychological Issues with Adults	50
	4.1.5 Interventions with Teachers and Schools	53
	4.1.6 Social Skills Training	55
	4.2 Mechanisms of Action	55
	4.2.1 Alternative Treatments	56
	4.3 Efficacy and Prognosis	57
	4.4 Variations and Combinations of Methods	61
	4.4.1 Comorbid Conditions	62
	4.5 Problems in Carrying out the Treatments	66
	5 Case Vignettes	70
	6 Further Reading	75
	7 References	76
	8 Appendix: Tools and Resources	87
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