Topic: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Topic: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

Topic 1: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

This week, there will be a variety of conditions assigned to you by your instructor pertaining to neurologic and mental health conditions. You are expected to present your initial topic including, but not limited to, the following items:

Pathophysiology of ADHD
Epidemiology of ADHD
Physical exam findings of ADHD
Differential diagnoses and rationale of ADHD
Management plan of ADHD to include diagnostic testing, medications if applicable, follow-up plans and referrals if needed

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a disorder that consists of any form of behaviour change that affects the children. The signs and symptoms that are seen usually include hyperactivity, lack or poor concentration in activities done and even having learning difficulties (Furman, 2005). This condition, however, has no cure, but treatment can help improve circumstances of the disorder. We find that if it is not managed it causes issues to the child even in their adult life like having troubled relationships, finding difficulty in working, and even one having low self-esteem. The diagnosis for this condition is therefore medical. We find that to understand ADHD; we must first understand its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, epidemiology and even pathophysiology (Mercugliano, 1999).

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