Richie was diagnosed with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). His parents are curious about the extent of brain involvement in ADHD. The pediatrician informs them that __________.

A. some research indicates that ADHD is related to a delay in neural development
B. there is little research to link ADHD with specific brain involvement
C. if there is a lag in neural functioning, it will go away with age
D. ADHD would be considered a developmental delay


Answer: A

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