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abstract: 'The link among ADHD and addiction is increasingly shifting into the focus of scientific study. It becomes obvious that ADHD functions as a risk factor and condition for dependence. Disturbances in psychosocial functioning and the tendency towards substance abuse are highly correlated. Objective: This overview relies on a Medline research. Its objective is to describe the joint characteristics among ADHD and addiction. We especially focus on the neurobiological similarities between both diseases. Results: The results of this literature review support the hypothesis of a close genetic, neurological and phenotypic linkage between ADHD and addiction. Furthermore, ADHD often serves as the source for substance abuse disorders among youths and adults. Conclusions: The increasing clinical meaning of the overlap among ADHD and addiction urgently necessitates for consideration regarding preventive planning.'
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  - family: Abd Rashid
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  - family: Sulaiman
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  - family: Ahmad Zahari
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  - family: Amer Nordin
    given: A. S.
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  - family: Robson
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  - family: Said
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  - family: Ahmad Adlan
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  - family: Abdul Rahim
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  - family: Zakaria
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date: 2011
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datestamp: 2012-11-09 19:02:25
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keywords: 'addiction, adhd, substance, use, '
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publication: International Journal of Addiction Sciences
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title: 'Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorders (Adhd) And Substance Use Disorders: Overlap, Coincidence Or Fate?'
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