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Abstract
Author(s): Vijaya laxmi. Chiluka, Dr. David Banji, Dr. Otilia Banji, Murali. Sollu, Swetha. Merugu
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a developmental disorder which occurs
during childhood and persists into adult hood. It is the most common emotional, cognitive and
behavioral disorder which is highly heritable and a neurological disorder characterized by
Inattention, Hyper activity and Impulsivity. It is a disruptive disorder whose etiology and
pathogenesis are poorly under stood, and a multi factorial disorder for which the factors like
dietary, environmental, genetic, psychosocial factors contribute to the development of the
disorder. It is a chronic disorder which is diagnosed by DSM-IV-TR and is highly responsive to
stimulant medication.
