From an article by Gualtieri CT, Johnson LG published in J Atten Disord. 2008 Jan;11(4):459-69. Epub 2007 (pubmed)
OBJECTIVE: Although ADHD medications are effective for the behavioral components of the disorder, little information exists concerning their effects on cognition, especially in community samples.
RESULTS: Significant differences were detected between normals and untreated ADHD patients. Treated patients performed better than untreated patients but remained significantly impaired compared to normal subjects.
CONCLUSION: Even with optimal treatment, based on parents’ and teachers’ opinions, subtle and not-so-subtle neurocognitive impairments persisted in the ADHD patients. Some ADHD patients may require additional educational assistance, even in the face of successful medication treatment.
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