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The dynamic developmental theory of ADHD: Reflections from a cognitive energetic model standpoint

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 September 2005

Joseph A. Sergeant*
Affiliation:
Klinische Neuropsychologie, Vrije Universiteit, 1081 BTAmsterdam, The Netherlands

Abstract

“A dynamic developmental theory of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) predominantly hyperactive/impulsive and combined subtypes” is a major contribution linking comparative psychology with clinical developmental neuropsychopathology. In this commentary, I place some critical remarks concerning the theory’s explanation of sleep problems, inhibition, error monitoring, and motor control.

Type
Open Peer Commentary
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2005

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