Brain Anatomy In ADD/ADHD

 

The basic processes of ADD/ADHD can be linked to certain areas of the brain. If any of these areas are malfunctioning ADD/ADHD can occur. The most likely story is that a combination of these areas are malfunctioning. This page is dedicated to the basic structures associated with ADD/ADHD. Follow the links to the different parts of the brain as they are implicated in ADD/ADHD.

 

-The basics of the Central Nervous System

 

-This way to the Frontal Lobe

 

-The subcortical communication areas;

The Midbrain

The Basal Ganglia

Thalamus/Hypothalamus

The(R)eticular(A)ctivating(S)ystem