Hyperactivity, inattention and motor control problems: Prevalence, comorbidity and background factors

Journal/Book: Folia Phoniatr Logopaed. 1998; 50: Allschwilerstrasse 10, CH-4009 Basel, Switzerland. Karger. 107-117.

Abstract: This paper provides a brief review of syndromes associated with activity dysregulation, inattention and motor control problems, usually referred to as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, developmental coordination disorder and deficits in attention, motor control and perception. Several percent of school age children are affected by such problems. Disorders tend to overlap and show significant comorbidities. Familial and brain-damaging factors are involved in the pathogenesis and appear to impinge on specific attentional brain systems. Outcome is variable but restricted if appropriate diagnosis/intervention is not accomplished. Effective interventions are available. Given the high prevalence of these disorders and their relatively poor outcome, such interventions could constitute effective prevention in a general population health perspective.

Note: Article Gillberg C, Sahlgrens Univ Hosp, Dept Child & Adolescent Psychiat, S-41345 Gothenburg, SWEDEN

Keyword(s): attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder; deficits in attention, motor control and perception; developmental coordination disorder; comorbidity; epidemiology; ATTENTION-DEFICIT; 6-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN; SCHOOL-CHILDREN; DISORDER ADHD; FRAGILE-X; DYSFUNCTION; ABNORMALITIES; PRESCHOOL; DOPAMINE; DAMP

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