"The idea that ADHD is caused by 'low dopamine' is simply not accurate. In fact, dopamine activity has been found to be higher, not lower, in some brain areas."
"The bottom line is that the differences in ADHD brains are related to dopamine function, not just the amount or level. 'Low dopamine' as a shorthand for ADHD misses the mark."
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. It affects 8 to 12 percent of children and persists into adulthood for many. While dopamine pathways are involved in ADHD, the notion that low dopamine causes the disorder is inaccurate. Research indicates that dopamine activity can be higher in certain brain areas. Understanding ADHD requires recognizing the complexity of dopamine function rather than oversimplifying it to low levels, which can lead to ineffective treatments.
Read at Psychology Today
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