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Abstract
Background: The diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has traditionally relied on subjective clinical interviews. Recent years have witnessed a paradigm shift toward objective, data-driven diagnostics powered by artificial intelligence (AI).
Objective: This study provides a comprehensive bibliometric review of AI and machine learning (ML) applications in ADHD prediction to map the field's evolution, current trends, and future directions.
Methods: A structured search of the Scopus database retrieved 722 publications from 2011 to 2024. Bibliometric indicators were analyzed using Python and VOSviewer to evaluate annual production, geographical distribution, and technological trends.
Results: The field has entered an exponential growth phase, with publication output peaking in 2023. A geopolitical analysis reveals a "research duopoly" between the United States (130 papers) and China (129 papers). Technologically, there is a distinct transition from traditional ML-support vector machines (SVM) to deep learning (DL) architectures. Crucially, electroencephalography (EEG) has emerged as the preferred neuroimaging modality over functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) in recent AI studies, driven by its cost-effectiveness and high temporal resolution.
Conclusion: AI-based ADHD diagnosis has matured from an exploratory niche to an evolving domain of computational psychiatry. Future research must prioritize explainable AI (XAI) and multimodal data fusion to translate high algorithmic accuracy into clinical utility.
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pplied Neuropsychology-Adult publishes clinical neuropsychological articles concerning assessment, brain functioning and neuroimaging, neuropsychological treatment, and rehabilitation in adults. Full-length articles and brief communications are included. Case studies of adult patients carefully assessing the nature, course, or treatment of clinical neuropsychological dysfunctions in the context of scientific literature, are suitable. Review manuscripts addressing critical issues are encouraged. Preference is given to papers of clinical relevance to others in the field. All submitted manuscripts are subject to initial appraisal by the Editor-in-Chief, and, if found suitable for further considerations are peer reviewed by independent, anonymous expert referees. All peer review is single-blind and submission is online via ScholarOne Manuscripts.