The effect of methylphenidate on sustained attention among adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder

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Dubi LufiLilach Rubel

Abstract

Twenty-seven adolescents diagnosed as having attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were tested twice with a computerized MATH-CPT (mathematics continuous performance test). In one administration, the participants took medication (methylphenidate, MPH) 1.5 hr before being tested. In another administration, the MATH-CPT was administered without the medication. Treatment with MPH improved the "overall attention level" and in measures of "reaction time" and "impulsivity." MPH did not improve the performance in the four measures of sustained attention. Knowing that treatment with MPH does not improve sustained attention can be helpful in reaching a decision of whether or not a child should be treated with MPH.

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Nov 15, 2018·Neuropsychology, Development, and Cognition. Section B, Aging, Neuropsychology and Cognition·Dubi Lufi, Iris Haimov

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