When referring to Case Study 6: Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), ADHD symptoms are a result of abnormal brain activity primarily in which area of the brain?
A) Cerebral cortex
B) Prefrontal cortex
C) Sensory cortex
D) Motor cortex

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The executive functions of the prefrontal cortex control behaviors such as attention, organization, emotions, inhibitions, and short-term working memory. Abnormal brain activity in this area causes the symptoms primarily associated with ADHD.

When Referring to Case Study 6: Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)