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Health Encyclopedia: Causes Of Adhd
- Causes of ADHD
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- ADHD: The Basics
- Risk Factors
- Diagnosis of ADHD
- Other Disorders Associated with ADHD
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Causes
Brain Structures. Research using advanced imaging techniques shows there is a difference in the size of certain parts of the brain in children with ADHD compared to children who do not have ADHD. The areas showing change include:
- The prefrontal cortex. The prefrontal cortex is located in the front of the brain. It is thought to be the brain's command center. It regulates the brains ability to block certain responses. Numerous imaging studies have indicated that the prefrontal cortex of the ...
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