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Promising ADHD Therapeutic Strategy Is Computerized Training Of Working Memory

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a state of serious impairments in both learning ability and social functioning, is one of many labels for one of the most prevalent conditions in child psychiatry, and, undoubtedly, the most controversial, which partly persists into adulthood. ADHD is conservatively estimated to occur in 3,0-7,5% of school-age children (Goldman et al., 1998), but more permissive criteria yield estimates of up to 17% (Barbaresi et al., 2002). [click link for full article]

Source: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/sections/adhd/

In schools, treatment plans are often poorly integrated. In addition, there are few special education funds directed specifically for ADHD
 

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