Clinical Diagnosis and Management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Clinical Diagnosis and Management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ISBN-10
1932610391
ISBN-13
9781932610390
Category
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
Pages
173
Language
English
Published
2008-11-01
Publisher
Professional Communications
Authors
Howard Schubiner, Mark L. Wolraich

Description

Reviews diagnostic criteria for ADHD, including issues pertinent to the diagnostic criteria based on age - children (preschool and school age), adolescents, and adults. Methods for determining diagnostic criteria and importance of obtaining information from multiple sources are discussed. Diferential diagnosis and comorbid conditions will also be presented. Medications for ADHD are discussed in detail, including titration methods, dosing, pharmacokinetics, benefits, and side effects. Psychosocial treatment will be presented, and alternative treatments will be reviewed.

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