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Using ADHD Medications to Treat Coexisting ADHD and Reading Disorders: A Systematic Review

Year: 2018

Type: review

Abstract: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), the most common pediatric neurobehavioral disorder, frequently presents with coexisting reading disorders (RDs). Despite this, it is unclear whether medication improves symptoms and function in children with comorbid ADHD and RD. We present a systematic review of studies investigating the effects of ADHD medications on ADHD symptoms, academic outcomes, and neuropsychological measures in this important group.

Source: Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics

DOI: 10.1002/cpt.1192

Authors: Tanya E. Froehlich, Jason Fogler, William J. Barbaresi, Nada A. Elsayed, Steven W. Evans, Eugenia Chan