This 70 page report details diagnosis, non-pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical management in children, adolescents and adults. It includes references and web links/other resources. This product is updated annually.
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction to this volume
References list for the introduction
Evidence-based Medicine web sites
Behavioral Health Care – Access to care
Overview of diagnostic and treatment guideline for ADHD
- Introduction; Diagnosis
- Central auditory processing disorder (CAPD)
- Schema for ADHD assessment by the primary physician, integration with behavioral health services, initiating treatment and monitoring response
Treatment options
- Polypharmacy
- Nonstimulant drug therapy
- Stimulant medication selection and dosage for ADHD
- Attention deficits following traumatic brain injury – effect of methylphenidate
- Antidepressant therapy
- Alternative therapies
- Treatment of ADHD in children with chronic tic disorders
- Treatment algorithm for ADHD in children and adolescents
- Attention Deficit Disorder Education Group
- Assessment of medication effectiveness at home and school, check list form
ADHD evaluation and management in adults
ADHD Behavior checklist for adults
Patient questionnaire
ADHD algorithm
References
Recommended Reading/Resources
National associations/organizations with an interest in ADHD - Glossary
Web Sites – ADHD and Disabilities
