Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Hyperkinetic Disorder
Author | : Tobias Banaschewski |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 132 |
Release | : 2010 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780199577651 |
ISBN-13 | : 019957765X |
Rating | : 4/5 (51 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental disorders affecting children and adolescents. The core ADHD symptoms are pervasive and impairing inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity. Due to its significant prevalence during the lifespan and associated impairments, the disorder is considered a major health problem. Despite a substantial increase in clinical and research interest in ADHD in recent years, there is a relative lack of practical handbooks and handy reference texts on the assessment and management of patients with this condition. Part of the Oxford Psychiatry Library, this pocketbook provides a user-friendly introduction to the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of ADHD.