This program reviews tools used to screen for and diagnose attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. It discusses common comorbidities of ADHD and available treatment options, including pharmacotherapy. Information is provided about the connection between childhood ADHD and ADHD in adults. Substance abuse and motor vehicle accidents among teens who have ADHD are also discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Update on Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Define ADHD
- Evaluate severity of ADHD
- Initiate medical treatment of ADHD
- Initiate behavioral treatment of ADHD
- Know when to refer difficult cases of ADHD
- Recognize the variable outcomes of ADHD
- Recite recent advances in treatment of ADHD
CME Statement
-- AAFP members can receive up to .75 CME credit for this program.
Faculty Disclosures
-- Disclosure statements for all faculty appearing in this program.
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Update on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Post-test (Members Only)
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