Acta Psychiatr Scand February 2012 PMID 22118249

Meta-analysis of structural MRI studies in children and adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder indicates treatment effects.

T Frodl, N Skokauskas

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The overall tone reflects moderate agreement with the findings, as seen in posts supporting treatment benefits and noting the need for further research, like the mention that longitudinal studies are necessary. The words range from supportive to neutral, indicating that while the research is valued, it hasn't sparked intense debate or detailed discourse yet.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the findings of the meta-analysis, emphasizing that treatment can mitigate brain structure differences associated with ADHD.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show some interest in the implications, with comments highlighting the potential benefits of treatment, but few delve deeply into detailed analysis.

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Engagement is moderate; some interactions involve sharing links or comments, but most are brief and not deeply analytical.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the research has practical significance, especially regarding treatment effects, but lack widespread calls for immediate change or policy shifts.

Abstract in brief

  • The meta-analysis found that children with ADHD have reduced volumes in brain areas like the right globus pallidus, putamen, and caudate, which are part of the basal ganglia, while adults show changes mainly in the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC).
  • ADHD symptoms and brain structural differences tend to change with age, and untreated individuals show more pronounced brain volume reductions compared to those who receive treatment.
  • Treatment appears to have a positive effect on brain structure, helping to lessen the volume reductions seen in untreated ADHD patients, and these structural changes tend to diminish from childhood to adulthood.]

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Minutos Psíquicos
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VÍDEO NOVO: O QUE SÃO ANFETAMINAS? https://t.co/1Mo6w7E16K #psicologia https://t.co/jAD0Lu7iyH

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Walt Rizzney
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@DudeAdhd @DrAnnieHickox Here you go! Important to note: no one (myself included) are saying it prevents anything, but offer protective factors against it. https://t.co/we3gjxJZFg https://t.co/qQjD8R7BQx https://t.co/tLNdKU0GaM

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indkarinne
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RT @minutopsiquicos: VÍDEO NOVO: O QUE SÃO ANFETAMINAS? https://t.co/1Mo6w7E16K #psicologia https://t.co/jAD0Lu7iyH

Mar 1, 2022 · 1 share · 513 followers View post →
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This meta-analysis shows that ADHD is associated with structural changes in the brain, with treatment potentially mitigating these effects over time. https://t.co/iqyHQLj3Mw #ResearchReview #Neurodevelopment #ChildDMatters 4/5 https://t.co/AUqbQollQ8

Aug 11, 2024 · 58 followers View post →
Theo
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@def_olotl @Ember1655 @SomeK9 https://t.co/e2Z0vil6Vt - mega analysis supporting this so far, but more longitudinal research necessary to confirm

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Theo
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@def_olotl @Ember1655 @SomeK9 https://t.co/e2Z0vil6Vt - mega analysis supporting this so far, but more longitudinal research necessary to confirm

Aug 20, 2024 · 48 followers View post →
Child Development Matters
@ChildDMatters · X

This meta-analysis shows that ADHD is associated with structural changes in the brain, with treatment potentially mitigating these effects over time. https://t.co/iqyHQLj3Mw #ResearchReview #Neurodevelopment #ChildDMatters 4/5 https://t.co/AUqbQollQ8

Aug 11, 2024 · 58 followers View post →
Walt Rizzney
@TheCullObsidian · X

@DudeAdhd @DrAnnieHickox Here you go! Important to note: no one (myself included) are saying it prevents anything, but offer protective factors against it. https://t.co/we3gjxJZFg https://t.co/qQjD8R7BQx https://t.co/tLNdKU0GaM

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RT @minutopsiquicos: VÍDEO NOVO: O QUE SÃO ANFETAMINAS? https://t.co/1Mo6w7E16K #psicologia https://t.co/jAD0Lu7iyH

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Minutos Psíquicos
@minutopsiquico · X

VÍDEO NOVO: O QUE SÃO ANFETAMINAS? https://t.co/1Mo6w7E16K #psicologia https://t.co/jAD0Lu7iyH

Mar 1, 2022 · 12 likes · 1 share · 8,337 followers View post →