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ADHD

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects children and adults. ADHD is a heterogeneous disorder with multiple causes that probably differ between individuals, influenced by genetic variation, environmental factors and the structure and function of the brain.

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ADHD. Nat Rev Dis Primers 1, 15027 (2015). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrdp.2015.27

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