[Multimodal treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder in children].
Evidence-based treatments for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children include primarily medication (stimulants and atomoxetine) and psychosocial interventions (parent training and behavioural classroom interventions). Results of treatment studies suggest that ADHD without significant coexisting disorders can be treated effectively by pharmacotherapy and expert counselling, while additional behaviour therapy demonstrates no significant improvement. Incremental benefits of combined pharmacological and behavioural interventions emerge if a comorbid condition is present. Behaviour therapy alone may be useful for treating less pronounced ADHD symptoms. Therapeutic strategies also account for the specific treatment of comorbid disorders and the need for support by youth welfare services.
Klinik und Poliklinik für Kinder- und Jugendpsychiatrie und Psychotherapie der Universität Würzburg, Füchsleinstrasse 15, 97080 Würzburg. jans@kjp.uni-wuerzburg.de
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D001289:Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003131:Combined Modality Therapy; D003220:Conflict, Psychological; D004493:Education; D006801:Humans; D007859:Learning Disabilities / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy; D010348:Patient Care Team; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012931:Social Environment; D012951:Socialization
D000697:Central Nervous System Stimulants