Genetic Etiology in the Hyperactive Child Syndrome: A Critical Review.

McMahon, Robert C.

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ERIC Number: EJ230159

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Publication Date: 1980-Jan

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Genetic Etiology in the Hyperactive Child Syndrome: A Critical Review.

McMahon, Robert C.

American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, v50 n1 p145-50 Jan 1980

A review of research relating to the role of genetic factors in the hyperactive child syndrome is presented. Twin studies have been limited and adoption studies have been methodologically weak. Findings, however, are consistent and suggest that the genetic transmission hypothesis is plausible. (PHR)

Descriptors: Etiology, Exceptional Child Research, Genetics, Hyperactivity, Literature Reviews, Research Methodology

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses

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Language: English

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