attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
E36369
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development.
All labels observed (2)
| Label | Occurrences |
|---|---|
| ADHD | 1 |
| attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder canonical | 1 |
How this entity was disambiguated
This entity first appeared as the object of triple T279782 — resolving that mention is where its identity was fixed. The disambiguator weighed these candidate entities and picked the highlighted one (or “None”, minting a new entity). This is how homonymy is resolved: the same surface form can point to different entities.
NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Context triple: [Asperger syndrome, mayBeComorbidWith, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder]
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Asperger syndrome
Asperger syndrome is a neurodevelopmental condition on the autism spectrum characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication alongside focused interests and often average or above-average intelligence.
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ABA
The ABA (American Basketball Association) was a professional basketball league that operated in the United States from 1967 to 1976 and later merged with the NBA, known for its flashy style, three-point line, and red-white-and-blue basketball.
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ABA
ABA is the commonly used acronym for the American Bar Association, the national professional organization for lawyers and the legal profession in the United States.
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ACE
ACE (Altamont Corridor Express) is a commuter rail service in California’s San Joaquin Valley and East Bay that provides weekday trains between Stockton and San Jose.
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ACT
ACT is the standard vehicle registration code used for the Australian Capital Territory in Australia.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Target entity description: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development.
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A.
Asperger syndrome
Asperger syndrome is a neurodevelopmental condition on the autism spectrum characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication alongside focused interests and often average or above-average intelligence.
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B.
ABA
The ABA (American Basketball Association) was a professional basketball league that operated in the United States from 1967 to 1976 and later merged with the NBA, known for its flashy style, three-point line, and red-white-and-blue basketball.
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C.
ABA
ABA is the commonly used acronym for the American Bar Association, the national professional organization for lawyers and the legal profession in the United States.
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D.
ACE
ACE (Altamont Corridor Express) is a commuter rail service in California’s San Joaquin Valley and East Bay that provides weekday trains between Stockton and San Jose.
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ACT
ACT is the standard vehicle registration code used for the Australian Capital Territory in Australia.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (62)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
behavioral disorder
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mental disorder ⓘ neurodevelopmental disorder ⓘ |
| abbreviation | ADHD ⓘ |
| canImpair |
academic functioning
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occupational functioning ⓘ social relationships ⓘ |
| canPersistInto | adulthood ⓘ |
| diagnosedBy |
clinical psychologist
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pediatrician ⓘ psychiatrist ⓘ |
| diagnosticManual |
DSM-5
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ICD-11 ⓘ
linked to:
International Classification of Diseases
|
| governedByCriteria |
clear evidence of interference with functioning or development
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symptoms present for at least 6 months ⓘ symptoms present in two or more settings ⓘ |
| hasAssociatedBrainRegions |
basal ganglia
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cerebellum ⓘ prefrontal cortex ⓘ |
| hasComorbidity |
anxiety disorders
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autism spectrum disorder ⓘ depressive disorders ⓘ learning disorders ⓘ oppositional defiant disorder ⓘ |
| hasPathophysiology |
alterations in dopaminergic neurotransmission
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alterations in noradrenergic neurotransmission ⓘ |
| hasPrevalence |
approximately 2 to 5 percent of adults worldwide
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approximately 5 percent of children worldwide ⓘ |
| hasRiskFactor |
family history of ADHD
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genetic factors ⓘ low birth weight ⓘ premature birth ⓘ prenatal exposure to tobacco smoke ⓘ |
| hasSubtype |
combined presentation
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predominantly hyperactive-impulsive presentation ⓘ predominantly inattentive presentation ⓘ |
| hasSymptom |
difficulty organizing tasks
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difficulty sustaining attention ⓘ difficulty waiting turn ⓘ excessive talking ⓘ fidgeting ⓘ forgetfulness in daily activities ⓘ hyperactivity ⓘ impulsivity ⓘ inattention ⓘ interrupting others ⓘ restlessness ⓘ |
| isNotCausedBy | simple bad parenting ⓘ |
| isRecognizedBy |
American Psychiatric Association
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World Health Organization ⓘ |
| moreCommonIn | males than females in childhood ⓘ |
| treatedWith |
amphetamine-based medications
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atomoxetine ⓘ behavioral therapy ⓘ cognitive behavioral therapy ⓘ guanfacine ⓘ methylphenidate ⓘ non-stimulant medications ⓘ parent training in behavior management ⓘ school-based interventions ⓘ stimulant medications ⓘ |
| typicalOnset | childhood ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder Description of subject: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental condition characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that interfere with functioning or development.
Referenced by (2)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.
linked to: attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder