Research: Effective Methylphenidate Treatment of an Adult Aspergers Syndrome and a Comorbid ADHD: A Clinical Investigation with fMRI

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Authored by Roy, M., Dillo W., Bessling S., Emrich HE, and Ohlmeier MD in Journal of Attention Disorders, Volume 12, Issue 4, p. 381-385, (2009).

Article summary (posted Nov 9, 2010):

Methylphenidate may help adults who are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and Asperger syndrome.

This case study presents an adult patient with ADHD and Aspergers syndrome. The 26-year old man had had problems since childhood with making and keeping social contacts. The authors note that when an adult has both ADHD and Aspergers syndrome the case may be complex and hard to diagnose. This is because both ADHD and Aspergers syndrome may result in poor social skills and lack of attention. In the case of this patient, treatment with methylphenidate improved his ability to function and reduced his ADHD symptoms.

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adults with autism, Asperger Syndrome, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), case study, comorbidity, Concerta (methylphenidate hydrochloride), hyperactivity, Ritalin - Methylin (methylphenidate hydrochloride), social skills groups, treatment
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