Clinical review: evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children.
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorder in children. Diagnosis is clinical. The role of imaging, rating scales and computerized screening tests in patient evaluation is examined. Management involves the use of medication as well as patient-specific psychosocial intervention. Psychostimulants are first line agents and have been shown to be highly efficacious for treating ADHD. Mode of action and pertinent clinical issues regarding each stimulant and non-stimulant medication uses are discussed.
Nair
Jyotsna
J
Department of Psychiatry, University of Missouri-Columbia, USA.
Ehimare
Umonoibalo
U
Beitman
Bernard D
BD
Nair
Satish S
SS
Lavin
Antoineta
A
D000367:Age Factors; D000069445:Atomoxetine Hydrochloride; D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000453:epidemiology; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002648:Child; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006801:Humans; D008774:Methylphenidate / Q000627:therapeutic use; D011437:Propylamines / Q000627:therapeutic use
D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants; D011437:Propylamines; D008774:Methylphenidate; D000069445:Atomoxetine Hydrochloride