Animal models of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Although animals cannot be used to study complex human behaviour such as language, they do have similar basic functions. In fact, human disorders that have animal models are better understood than disorders that do not. ADHD is a heterogeneous disorder. The relat...
Main Authors: | Sagvolden Terje, Russell Vivienne A, Johansen Espen |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2005-07-01
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Series: | Behavioral and Brain Functions |
Online Access: | http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/1/1/9 |
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