ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.
Attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a commonly occurring, heritable neurobehavioral disorder distributed worldwide that does not typically resolve after childhood. The significant impact of ADHD on an individual's family, relationships, educational performance, and performance at work is now well established. Medical treatment of ADHD is effective, not only alleviating symptoms but also improving overall functioning. It is imperative that primary care physicians be well versed in this disorder and its clinical features across the age groups. The primary care physician should be able to screen, diagnose, educate, and initiate medication management in patients with uncomplicated ADHD.
Department of Psychiatry, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH 03766, USA.
Sreenivas
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Katragadda
Howard
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Schubiner
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000069445:Atomoxetine Hydrochloride; D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology; D001524:Behavioral Medicine; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002648:Child; D015897:Comorbidity; D005194:Family Practice; D006801:Humans; D008774:Methylphenidate / Q000627:therapeutic use; D010372:Pediatrics; D011320:Primary Health Care; D011437:Propylamines / Q000627:therapeutic use; D012307:Risk Factors
D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants; D011437:Propylamines; D008774:Methylphenidate; D000069445:Atomoxetine Hydrochloride