ADHD linked to interaction of genetics and psychology

Friday, April 16, 2010 - 16:35 in Psychology & Sociology

ADHD may be caused by alterations in the serotonin neurotransmission system combined with a tendency to experience psychosocial distress. Researchers found that ADHD behaviors in children and adolescents were associated with interactions between low and high serotonin activity and self-blame in relation to inter-parental conflict.

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