PPT-Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Common Symptoms Differential Diagnoses and Treatment Options Dr Rachel Andaloro Metrowest Neuropsychology ASHPAC meeting 317 ADHD One of the most common childhood disorders. Max, Laura, Nick, Denise, Andy. Myth or Fact?. 1. ADHD . is not a real disorder. . . MYTH. Fact. :.   The American Psychiatric Society recognized AD/HD as a medical diagnosis . in 1980. . . 2. .. Attention Deficit Disorder. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Video about ADD/ADHD. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u82nzTzL7To&feature=related. IDEA Definition. A pervasive pattern of inattention, impulsivity and/ or hyperactivity-. Craig Wiener . Ed.D. .. Assistant Professor. : University of Massachusetts Medical School, . Department of Family Medicine and Community Health . Clinical Director. : Family Health Center of Worcester. Elizabeth McMullen. Questions…. 1. At what age do children show signs of having ADD/ADHD?. 2. What are the short and long term effects of having ADD/ADHD?. 3. Why do children with ADD/ADHD have more issues with social interactions?. Bethany Drees. My Story. Reasons for interest. My definition. How I want to use the information. Definition/Symptoms. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. A chronic condition that affects millions of children (one of the most common childhood disorders) and often persists into adulthood. ADHD includes a combination of problems, such as difficulty sustaining attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. . Dr Martin Newman. Consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist. ADHD: Referral. The possibility of this diagnosis is often raised because of concerns regarding a child's behaviours.. Assessment needs consideration of possible individual factors (the child), family factors, and social / environmental / educational factors.. Common Symptoms, Differential Diagnoses, and Treatment Options. Dr. . Rachel Andaloro. Metrowest. . Neuropsychology . ASHPAC . meeting 3/17. ADHD . One of the most common childhood . disorders. Page 1 of 5This Molina Clinical Policy MCP is intended to facilitate the Utilization Management process It expresses Molinas determination as to whether certain services or supplies are medically nec Kishan Patel and Anna . Middendorf. What is ADHD?. Significant problems with impulsivity and hyperactivity. Psychiatric disorder of neurodevelopmental type. ABSTRACT Attention de cit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects around 1–3% of children. There is a high level of comorbidity with developmental and learning problems as well as with a ADHD is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, which is . a broad term, and the condition can vary from person to person. . It is . generally understood to . describe students who have . trouble . www.ndontario.com. Attention. Deficit. Hyperactivity. Disorder. ADHD. www.ndontario.com. History. 1970's. - Attention deficit disorder (ADD). 1980's. - Attention deficit disorder with or without hyperactivity (ADD / ADHD). Jumoke Ojo, CT3 Psychiatry. RCH. Presentation. GP has referred Ms Phaedra Parks to speak to you about her 8 year old son Aiden. Aiden has been having difficulties in school and Phaedra is concerned.  . children . aged 2–5 years . in Medicaid receiving . clinical care for . attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): United States, 2011. 0.45-1.40%. 1.41-1.70%. 1.71-2.05%. 2.06-3.38%. SUPPLEMENTAL FIGURE 5. .