Executive function and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: stimulant medication and better executive function performance in children

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S. KEMPTON · Bowral & District Hospital

Alasdair Vance · University of Melbourne

Paul Maruff · Mental Health Research Institute

Ernest Luk · Mental Health Research Institute

Jan Costin · University of Melbourne

Christos Pantelis · University of Melbourne

Abstract

ADHD is associated with deficits in executive function. Stimulant medication is associated with better executive function performance. Prospective follow-up studies are required to examine these effects.

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Neural and Behavioral Psychology Studies EEG and Brain-Computer Interfaces

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Published in: Psychological Medicine

Volume 29, Issue 3, pp. 527-538

DOI: 10.1017/s0033291799008338

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