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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Please note: This publication was rescinded on 31-12-2005

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Published year: 1997
Available in print: No
Status: Rescinded

Reference No: ADHD
Further information: nhmrc.publications@nhmrc.gov.au

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a behavioural syndrome in which symptoms of hyperactivity and/or inattention cause impairment in social, academic or occupational functioning. Over recent years concern has been expressed in Australia about an apparent increase in the diagnosis of ADHD and the associated increasing rate of stimulant drug prescription for this condition. These observations, combined with evidence of widely differing rates of drug utilisation between and within States and Territories (Zubrick, Silburn, Garton et al 1995; Valentine, Zubrick and Sly 1996), have prompted health authorities and practitioners to approach professional bodies such as the National Medical and Health Research Council (NHMRC) for advice on the assessment and management of ADHD with particular reference to guidelines for the use of stimulant medication.

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