The female side of pharmacotherapy for ADHD-A systematic literature review.

Francien M Kok Yvonne GroenAnselm B M FuermaierOliver Tucha

Published in: PloS one (2020)

Several sex-differences are demonstrated in the prescription, usage and efficacy /effectiveness of both stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD pharmacotherapy. A single daily use of MPH may possibly not be optimal for girls with ADHD and ATX may be a promising medication for girls and women with ADHD. The robustness of this result requires further investigation.

Keyphrases

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism spectrum disorder
working memory
randomized controlled trial
systematic review
smoking cessation
physical activity
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