Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent pediatric neuropsychiatric disorders, with significant implications for academic performance and social function. Making early and accurate diagnosis is critical to minimize the detrimental effects on cognitive and socio-emotional development. Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI) offers a unique glimpse into the neurobiological underpinnings of ADHD. In the current literature, fMRI focuses on the resting state or task-based approach in ADHD patients. By examining brain activation, connectivity, and functional networks in children with ADHD compared to typically developing controls, fMRI detects distinctive neural patterns associated with ADHD in children. This potentially enhances diagnostic accuracy and deepens our understanding of the disorder's pathophysiology. This exhibit aims to review the current literature and demonstrate how fMRI can provide valuable insights for early ADHD diagnosis and inform personalized treatment strategies, ultimately improving the lives of affected children. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2024 Annual Meeting & Postgraduate Course , 2024

Authors: Park Brandon, Khanna Praneet, Randhawa Hari, Lynn Mitchell

Keywords: FMRI