From physiology to pathology in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD

A phenomenon distinctive to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is that the effects of stimulants are evident in domains of attention, mood, energy and focus, independent of the presence of an ADHD diagnosis. This reflects recreational use of stimulants for these and other effects. Perceived treatment response probably reinforces diagnosis, and hence diagnostic and prescribing habits.

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The British Journal of Psychiatry
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2025-11-24
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https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.2025.10484
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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From physiology to pathology in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD

Michael Berk
The British Journal of Psychiatry
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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From physiology to pathology in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD

Michael Berk
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Abstract

A phenomenon distinctive to attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is that the effects of stimulants are evident in domains of attention, mood, energy and focus, independent of the presence of an ADHD diagnosis. This reflects recreational use of stimulants for these and other effects. Perceived treatment response probably reinforces diagnosis, and hence diagnostic and prescribing habits.

The British Journal of Psychiatry
Barwon Health (AU), The University of Melbourne (AU), Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health (AU), Australian Regenerative Medicine Institute (AU), Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health (CA), Orygen Youth Health (AU), Monash University (AU)
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
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