Special Issue

Neurobiology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: From Diagnosis to Treatment

Submission Deadline: July 31, 2027 (Open) Submit Now

Guest Editors

Fabrizio Stasolla, PhD

Professor, University “Giustino Fortunato” of Benevento, Benevento, Italy

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Research Interests: ADHD; autism spectrum disorders; cerebral palsy; rare genetic syndromes (e.g. Angelman, Rett, Cornelia de Lange, fragile X); cognitive-behavioral interventions; post-coma; Alzheimer's disease; Parkinson's disease; sclerosis neurodegenerative diseases; single-subject experimental designs

Anna Passaro, PhD

Doctor in Learning Sciences and Digital Technologies, University “Giustino Fortunato” of Benevento, Benevento, Italy

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Research Interests: Developmental and educational psychology; assistive and digital technologies for assessment, training, and rehabilitation; virtual, augmented, and mixed reality; serious games; executive functions, adaptive behavior, academic skills, and socio-emotional well-being in children and adolescents; autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, intellectual disability, and rare genetic syndromes; personalized interventions, neurorehabilitation, and caregiver support

About This Topic

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders evolving from e childhood, often continuing into adolescence, and still present in adulthood. Early diagnosis and individualized treatment are crucial for positive outcomes. Besides pharmacological interventions, behavioral approaches combined with cognitive rehabilitation are commonly applied, as well as neuropsychological assessment. Recently, new technologies and artificial intelligence-based solutions emerged as complementary options for both assessment and recovery purposes. The current special issue seeks to include empirical studies, case reports, and reviews focusing on the evaluation and treatment of ADHD, useful to outline helpful insights and tips for caregivers, families, practitioners, and teachers who deal daily with this specific neurodevelopmental disorder and its correlates. Topics may include, but are not limited to, diagnosis and interventions deriving from any theoretical approach, behavioral and cognitive interventions, technology-based rehabilitation programs, school-based interventions, parent training, teacher training, and multidisciplinary approaches aimed at promoting evidence-based and individualized practices for children and adolescents with ADHD.

Keywords

ADHD; neurobiology; pharmacological, and non-pharmacological interventions; inclusion; quality of life; technology

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