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Under DSM-IV-TR, It Is Possible to Obtain a Diagnosis of ADHD

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Under DSM-IV-TR, it is possible to obtain a diagnosis of ADHD based on Hyperactive and Impulsive symptoms only, present since age 10 and present only at school.


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Neurochemical Basis

Refers to the foundation or underlying cause of behaviors and mental processes as determined by the activity of neurotransmitters and neurochemicals in the brain.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting attention, heart rate, and blood pressure.

GABA

A neurotransmitter in the central nervous system that inhibits nerve transmission, leading to calming effects.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness, also involved in regulating sleep, appetite, and mood.

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