As the effects of stimulants do not appear to be dependant on
the underlying aetiology, it is not surprising that they are often
effective in managing the core symptoms of ADHD when they present
associated with syndromes affecting the brain. There is evidence
for their use in fetal alcohol syndrome, William's disease and
congenital AIDS. Clinical experience suggests that stimulant
medications may also be useful in treating the ADHD-like symptoms
associated with deprivation/maltreatment/attachment syndromes,
however systematic studies have not been carried out to provide
evidence to support this position.