|
|
 |
|
Viewing report
|
|
|
|
Attention Deficits and Hyperactivity in Children and Adults: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management, Second Edition,
Informa Healthcare, Oct 1999, Pages: 736
Almost entirely rewritten to reflect advances in the field over the past eight years, the Second Edition of this indispensable reference encompasses all aspects of attention deficit hyper-activity disorder (ADHD) as described by a wide array of professionals and experts-providing an up-to-date, multidisciplinary review of the state of the art and science from both research and clinical perspectives.
Presents innovative new chapters in the areas of:
- physiology
- differential diagnoses
- comorbidity
- mimic conditions
- therapy
- transitions into adulthood
- etiologies
With 39 chapters-24 more than the First Edition-Attention Deficits and Hyperactivity in Children and Adults, Second Edition
- covers the neurochemistry and molecular genetics of ADHD
- expands the focus of clinical concern to the wide spectrum of neurodevelopmental disorders that may present in varying degrees with attentional problems
- offers greater coverage of methylphenidate (Ritalin) treatment, addresses the resurgence in popularity of dextroamphetamine (Dexedrine), and describes alternative pharmacological approaches
- presents detailed descriptions of comorbid disorders and tips for differential diagnosis
- describes several distinct and detailed protocols for the institution and monitoring of medication efficacy and side effects
- explores the most recent advances in neuroimaging and neurogenetics
- highlights and delineates the use of separate probes of learning and adaptive functioning
- contains detailed descriptions of disorders that mimic ADHD, such as thyroid disease, pervasive developmental disorders, and sleep deprivation
- now includes Points for Parents chapter summaries clarifying many aspects of ADHD
- and much more!
Including over 1700 references, tables, drawings, and photographs, Attention Deficits and Hyperactivity in Children and Adults, Second Edition is an in-depth guide and ideal for pediatricians and pediatric neurologists; psychiatrists and psychologists; special education teachers; speech, occupational, and physical therapists; speech and language pathologists; audiologists; social workers; pediatric nurses; and graduate and medical students who desire a thorough and comprehensive understanding of ADHD.
Customers who bought this item also bought
Clinical Guide to the Diagnosis and Treatment of Mental Disorders, 2nd Edition
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Concepts, Controversies, New Directions
Sleep and Psychiatric Disorders in Children and Adolescents
The Science of ADHD: A Guide for Parents and Professionals
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Disease and Therapy Review: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Attention Deficit Disorder: Practical Coping Mechanisms, Second Edition
R&D Trends: Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Growing pipeline indicates a trend towards adjunctive and adult therapy
U.S. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Markets
The Complete Mental Health Directory, 2010/11 Edition
|
|
|
|
