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Sluggish Cognitive Tempo MeSH Descriptor Data 2026


MeSH Heading
Sluggish Cognitive Tempo
Tree Number(s)
F03.625.094.650
Unique ID
D000087346
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D000087346
Scope Note
Defined by a constellation of caregiver-reported symptoms that includes daydreaming, difficulty initiating and sustaining effort, lethargy, and physical underactivity. These symptoms have been observed in both typically developing children and in some children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), especially those with the predominantly inattentive presentation. (J Abnormal Child Psychology; 46: Jan 2018.127). .
Previous Indexing
Attention Deficit and Disruptive Behavior Disorders (2010-2021)
Public MeSH Note
2022
History Note
2022
Date Introduced
2022/01/01
Last Updated
2022/01/01
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