The Changing Prevalence of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Methylphenidate Prescriptions

Schübert, Ingrid; Köster, Ingrid; Lehmkuhl, Gerd

doi:10.3238/arztebl.2010.0615

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The Changing Prevalence of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Methylphenidate Prescriptions

Published in Deutsches Ärzteblatt international • Sep 10, 2010

Authors:

Ingrid Schübert

Ingrid Köster

Gerd Lehmkuhl

Abstract

BACKGROUND: The goal of this study is to assess changes in the prevalence of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and methylphenidate prescriptions over the period 2000 to 2007 on the basis of data from a German statutory health insurance carrier. METHODS: In a cross-sectional study, we a...

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Methylphenidate

Medicine

Medical prescription

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