Preschool children with ADHD need to be assessed for other neurodevelopmental disorders and consideration given to environmental stressors such as neglect, abuse or exposure to domestic violence. Treatment also includes adequate education and support of parents followed by advice on behavioural management and community placement.
Conditions: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Treatments: Psychostimulants, Behavioural Therapy
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Sources
- Canadian ADHD Resource Alliance. Canadian ADHD Practice Guidelines, 3rd Edition. 2011 [cited 2015 May 1]. (PDF)
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