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[Genetic findings in Attention-Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)].
Zeitschrift fur Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie und Psychotherapie - 1 Nov 2006
Schimmelmann Benno Graf, Friedel Susann, Christiansen Hanna, Dempfle Astrid, Hinney Anke, Hebebrand Johannes
Abstract excerpt
Attention-Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common child and adolescent psychiatric disorder with a prevalence rate of 3-7%. Formal genetic studies provided an estimated heritability of 0.6-0.8 and an approximately five-fold elevated risk for ADHD in first-degree relatives. Currently...
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