Managing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Document Type
Article
Publication Title
Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice
Abstract
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the most frequently diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder; 6.4 million children and adolescents have been diagnosed with ADHD as of 2011. However, only 3.5 million children and adolescents are taking medication for ADHD. Adolescents with ADHD are much less willing to pursue or adhere to medication or psychosocial therapy, often because of their perceptions of side effects or perceived value of treatment, which places them at greater risk for difficulties at school, work, and home environments. Providing adolescents with increased autonomy through patient-centered approaches can increase their involvement and ability to manage their ADHD symptoms and treatment.
DOI
10.1016/j.pop.2014.09.014
Publication Date
3-2015
Keywords
Adolescents, Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, DSM-V, Nonpharmacologic approaches, Nonstimulant medication, Pharmacologic approaches, Shared decision making, Stimulant medication
ISSN
1558-299X
Recommended Citation
McClain E, Burks EJ. Managing Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Children and Adolescents. Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice. 2015; 42(1). doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2014.09.014.
