Clinical Features of Adults With Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Focusing on Their Adherence to Medication

ADHD not only persists into adulthood but is associated with a wide range of psychiatric symptoms and comorbidities. Clinicians should constantly consider the possibility of ADHD when evaluating adult patients. Most importantly, greater emphasis should be placed on improving adherence to pharmacological treatment rather than on the relatively minimal risk of medication abuse or misuse. Enhancing treatment adherence in adults with ADHD has the potential to significantly improve functioning across multiple domains.