wedrifid comments on How well defined is ADHD? - Less Wrong

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Comment author: wedrifid 16 November 2012 03:03:29AM 0 points [-]

One theory not generally advertised is that ADHD is about having too low a basal level of activity in the prefrontal lobe, so that you're too easily distracted by acute stimuli.

Not generally advertised? Isn't that the most basic mainstream theory? I mean... that's the whole point of hammering the frontal lobe with stimulants!

Comment author: buybuydandavis 16 November 2012 03:44:59AM 2 points [-]

The distinction between basal and phasic levels isn't well advertised.

Comment author: wedrifid 16 November 2012 04:11:40AM 1 point [-]

The distinction between basal and phasic levels isn't well advertised.

Ahh, I think I understand. Would you care to give some elaboration on what you mean by "phasic" to ensure we are on the same page?

Comment author: jsalvatier 16 November 2012 06:41:12AM 6 points [-]

And for those of us who don't know anything about this.

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