Innovative therapeutic strategies using ADHD medications tailored to the behavioral characteristics of patients with chronic pain

Chronic pain affects a significant portion of adults and is linked to psychosocial issues, cognitive dysfunction, and psychiatric disorders, complicating treatment. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is increasingly recognized as a contributing factor to chronic pain, particularly nociplastic pain, with a notable prevalence of comorbidity between ADHD and conditions like fibromyalgia and chronic low back pain. ADHD behaviors such as impulsivity and overactivity can exacerbate pain…

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