Attention, problem solving and decision making in adult subjects with ADHD

Attention, problem solving and decision making in adult subjects with ADHD

Although attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is clearly associated with executive dysfunctions, the neuropsychological profile of adults with ADHD is unclear. The present study aimed at examining neuropsychological performance on tasks measuring attention, problem solving and decision ma...

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Main Authors: Tindara Caprì, Gabriella Martino, Samantha Giannatiempo, Martina Semino, Rosa Angela Fabio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: CeRIP 2019-04-01
Series:Journal of Clinical & Developmental Psychology
Online Access:http://cab.unime.it/journals/index.php/JCDP/article/view/2045
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spelling doaj-fcee22ef420b4a528f6605b3842b79982020-11-24T21:32:33ZengCeRIPJournal of Clinical & Developmental Psychology2612-40332019-04-011110.6092/2612-4033/0110-20451625Attention, problem solving and decision making in adult subjects with ADHDTindara Caprì0Gabriella Martino1Samantha Giannatiempo2Martina Semino3Rosa Angela Fabio4Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of MessinaDepartment of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Messina, Via Bivona, 98122, Messina, ItalyTice Learning Centre, Via Ronchi S. Prospero, 26, 42015 Correggio, ItalyItalian Rett Association, Policlinico Le Scotte c /o Reparto N. P. I., Viale Bracci, 1 53100 Siena, ItalyDepartment of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Messina, Via Bivona, 98122, Messina, ItalyAlthough attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is clearly associated with executive dysfunctions, the neuropsychological profile of adults with ADHD is unclear. The present study aimed at examining neuropsychological performance on tasks measuring attention, problem solving and decision making, comparing adults with ADHD (N= 12, mean age 18.33; SD= 11.48) and healthy adults (N= 12, mean age 18.41; SD= 18.70) matched for age and gender. Results showed that adults with ADHD exhibit deficits in attention, problem solving and decision making. These findings warrant further examination of neuropsychological profile in adults with ADHD to improve the understanding of underlying neurocognitive mechanisms.http://cab.unime.it/journals/index.php/JCDP/article/view/2045
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Rosa Angela Fabio
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title_short Attention, problem solving and decision making in adult subjects with ADHD
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title_full_unstemmed Attention, problem solving and decision making in adult subjects with ADHD
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series Journal of Clinical & Developmental Psychology
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description Although attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is clearly associated with executive dysfunctions, the neuropsychological profile of adults with ADHD is unclear. The present study aimed at examining neuropsychological performance on tasks measuring attention, problem solving and decision making, comparing adults with ADHD (N= 12, mean age 18.33; SD= 11.48) and healthy adults (N= 12, mean age 18.41; SD= 18.70) matched for age and gender. Results showed that adults with ADHD exhibit deficits in attention, problem solving and decision making. These findings warrant further examination of neuropsychological profile in adults with ADHD to improve the understanding of underlying neurocognitive mechanisms.
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