The Use of Methylphenidate in the Treatment of ADHD: What is the Mechanism for Treating Working Memory Deficits?
Year: 2019
Type: report
Abstract: Methylphenidate (MP), a drug which blocks dopamine reuptake, is most commonly used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a disorder associated with a disrupted dopamine system in the brain. Though generally effective at treating common ADHD symptomology (e.g. hyperactivity and im
Authors: Nidhila Masha, Kathryn Dickerson
Institution: Duke University
Language: English
Subfield: Psychiatry and Mental health
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W2985454892