Self Concept, Action Control and ADHD Symptoms under Methylphenidate Treatment in Adults with ADHD

Edel, Marc‐Andreas; Pfütze, E.-M.; Lieder, A.; Assion, Hans Jorg; Ribbert, Hedda; Juckel, G.; Brüne, Martin

doi:10.1055/s-0028-1112130

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“…Also, Canu and Carlson [ 58 ] reported that impulsive and hyperactive or impulsive behavior is less negative for flirting partners: in contrast to inattention , it is perceived more as an interesting personality trait, useful in dating and social relations. However, also an overestimation of symptom severity by people with ADHD themselves cannot be ruled out as explanation for the differences [ 9 , 38 , 39 ]. Robbins [ 59 ], for example, assumed that persistent problems with social and family environment lead to low self-esteem and a negative self-view.…”

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“…Some tried to find explanations for the higher symptom self-ratings: one possibility could be an overestimation of the minor executive power limitation found in ADHD [ 31 ]. Another explanation is the low self-esteem of people with ADHD and their negative views of themselves [ 9 , 21 , 38 , 39 ]. Lower symptom self-ratings found in ADHD patients may be explained by a positive illusory bias: an unawareness of their own symptoms and impairments [ 40 ].…”

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adulthood: Concordance and Differences between Self- and Informant Perspectives on Symptoms and Functional Impairment

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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a severe mental illness, associated with major impairment and a high comorbidity rate. Particularly undiagnosed ADHD in adulthood has serious consequences. Thus, a valid diagnosis is important. In adulthood, the diagnostic process for ADHD is complicated: symptoms may overlap with comorbid disorders, and the onset and progression of the disorder must be reconstructed retrospectively. Guidelines for the diagnostic process recommend the inclusion of additional informant ratings. Research into the relation between self- and informant ratings shows extremely heterogeneous results. The levels of agreement range from low to high. The focus of this study is the concordance and differences between self- and informant ratings on ADHD symptoms and impairments. In this regard, two possible influencing factors (gender and relationship type) are also examined. 114 people participated in this study, 77 with an ADHD diagnosis and 37 without a diagnosis. For all participants, either parents or partners also rated ADHD symptoms and impairments. Small to moderate concordance was found between self- and informant ratings, with females being slightly more concordant than males, particularly for ratings of problems with self-concept. Examination of the consistency within a particular perspective showed that people with ADHD seemed to be unaware of the causal relation between ADHD symptoms and their impairments. A close investigation found almost no influence of gender and relationship type on differences within perspectives. Based on these results, the implications for the diagnostic process are that additional informant information is clearly necessary and helpful.

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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adulthood: Concordance and Differences between Self- and Informant Perspectives on Symptoms and Functional Impairment

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“…Wearing seat belts is better predicted by a sense of self-efficacy rather than risk perception (Schwarzer et al, 2007). Adults with ADHD have been shown to have, in general, a lower sense of self-efficacy (Edel et al, 2009; Newark & Stieglitz, 2010; Norwalk, Norvilitis, & MacLean, 2009). Unfortunately we did not measure this variable.…”

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Comparison of On-Road Driving Between Young Adults With and Without ADHD

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“…Decline of different measures of emotional dysregulation, oppositional symptoms and disorganization in adults with ADHD have been shown as a result of methylphenidate treatment in several randomized placebo-controlled trials (Reimherr et al 2007;R ö sler et al 2009, 2010bMarchant et al 2011). Also improvement of self concept and action control has been observed under methylphenidate treatment in adults with ADHD (Edel et al 2009). Moreover, positive effects of stimulants on a functional level and measures of quality of life have been reported (Spencer et al 2008).…”

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Pharmacological treatment of adult ADHD in Europe

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Retz-Junginger

Thome

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The World Journal of Biological Psychiatry

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Objectives: It is now widely accepted that ADHD is a frequent chronic condition with a lifelong perspective. Adult ADHD is a reliable and valid diagnosis. The disorder and the co-morbid conditions can place a severe burden on the patients, their families and their partners, requiring adequate treatment. Methods: A systematic literature search was conducted to review the available pharmacological treatment options for adults with ADHD in European countries. Results: Supported by metaanalyses, stimulant medication is the fi rst-line pharmacological therapy for adult ADHD. However, from a European perspective the pharmacological treatment options are very limited and only a minority of adults with ADHD in European countries receives adequate treatment. Conclusions: With reference to the epidemiological data, it seems very likely that the number of people with ADHD in Europe seeking multimodal treatment including pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, coaching or other therapeutic services will increase profoundly during the coming years.

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Self Concept, Action Control and ADHD Symptoms under Methylphenidate Treatment in Adults with ADHD

Cited by 12 publications

References 7 publications

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adulthood: Concordance and Differences between Self- and Informant Perspectives on Symptoms and Functional Impairment

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adulthood: Concordance and Differences between Self- and Informant Perspectives on Symptoms and Functional Impairment

Comparison of On-Road Driving Between Young Adults With and Without ADHD

Pharmacological treatment of adult ADHD in Europe

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