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Neuropsychological Aspects of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

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Handbook of Clinical Child Neuropsychology

The childhood cognitive and behavioral problems categorized as disorders of attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity have over the past 50 years presented a clinical challenge for neuropsychologists.

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Goldstein, S., Kennemer, K. (2009). Neuropsychological Aspects of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. In: Reynolds, C.R., Fletcher-Janzen, E. (eds) Handbook of Clinical Child Neuropsychology. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-78867-8_25

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