6.1 ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that involves a deficit of dopamine

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition and developmental disorder characterised by a lack of dopamine and an underdeveloped pre-frontal cortex.

This manifests as:

ADHD has a high co-morbidity with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Dyspraxia. If not diagnosed until adulthood it is highly co-morbid with depression and anxiety.


Source: Solden, S (2005) Women With Attention Deficit Disorder


See: 6.2 ADHD Misconceptions to debunk common myths about ADHD


See: 6.1b pharmaceutical treatments are available for ADHD for what treatment options are available


See: 6.3 ADHD coping mechanisms and non-medication treatments for links to holistic coping mechanisms


See: 6.1f the ADHD tax is the extra costs accrued due to having ADHD for some of the ways ADHD can negatively affect your life


Deeper: 6.1a Dyspraxia is a condition affecting physical coordination and spatial awareness for more on dyspraxia


Deeper: Autism Spectrum Disorder for more on autism


See: Dopamine for more on the neurotransmitter dopamine