Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and cerebellum: a case report

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2010-09-01

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Geijo Uribe, S., Imaz Roncero, C., Coullaut–Valera García, J., & Cabus Piñol, G. (2010). Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder and cerebellum: a case report. Revista De Psiquiatría Infanto-Juvenil, 27(3), 232–235. Retrieved from https://aepnya.eu/index.php/revistaaepnya/article/view/147

Issue

Vol. 27 No. 3 (2010)

Section

Case reports

Authors

  • S Geijo Uribe Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid
  • C Imaz Roncero Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid
  • J Coullaut–Valera García Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid
  • G Cabus Piñol Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid

Keywords:

Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, Cerebellum, atomoxetine

Abstract

Attention deficit / hyperactivity disorder is one of the most common conditions in Child and Adolescent psychiatric clinics. Traditionally it has been treated using stimulants, although the use of atomoxetine provides an alternative way of treatment; but there is not yet clear criteria in which cases we should used it to obtain a better response in these kind of patients. There has been increasing interest in the zone of cerebellum in the pathogenesis of ADHD. Its role is related to the noradrenergic pathway, and it may have a direct involvement in the choice of atomoxetine as an effective treatment. We present a clinical case with neuroimaging changes in cerebellum and a better response to atomoxetine than to methylphenidate. 

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