Preferred Label : Sluggish Cognitive Tempo;
MeSH definition : 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). .;
Définition CISMeF : Sluggish cognitive tempo (SCT) is a syndrome related to attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD) but distinct from it. Typical symptoms include prominent dreaminess,
mental fogginess, hypoactivity, sluggishness, staring frequently, inconsistent alertness
and a slow working speed. SCT has been a subject of controversy for decades and debate
about its nature still continues.[1] But it is clear now that this set of symptoms
is important because it independently has a negative impact on functioning (such as
a diminished quality of life,[2] increased stress and suicidal behaviour,[3] as well
as lower educational attainment and socioeconomic status[4]). The SCT symptoms are
clinically relevant as they seem linked to a poor treatment response to methylphenidate
(source https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sluggish_cognitive_tempo).;
MeSH synonym : Cognitive Tempo, Sluggish; Cognitive Tempos, Sluggish; Sluggish Cognitive Tempos;
CISMeF acronym : SCT;
Origin ID : D000087346;
UMLS CUI : C5544500;
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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). .
Sluggish cognitive tempo (SCT) is a syndrome related to attention deficit hyperactivity
disorder (ADHD) but distinct from it. Typical symptoms include prominent dreaminess,
mental fogginess, hypoactivity, sluggishness, staring frequently, inconsistent alertness
and a slow working speed. SCT has been a subject of controversy for decades and debate
about its nature still continues.[1] But it is clear now that this set of symptoms
is important because it independently has a negative impact on functioning (such as
a diminished quality of life,[2] increased stress and suicidal behaviour,[3] as well
as lower educational attainment and socioeconomic status[4]). The SCT symptoms are
clinically relevant as they seem linked to a poor treatment response to methylphenidate
(source https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sluggish_cognitive_tempo).
