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Zusatztext This is a great contribution to the field of mental health. The diagnosis of ADHD is increasing and having a solid foundation of knowledge can assist not only in decision making during treatment, but also in educating parents and others who support these patients. I would recommend this book to anyone in the field or to anyone wanting to learn more about the diagnosis. Informationen zum Autor Dr. James McGough is Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, where he directs clinical teaching programs in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology Program. He is a noted clinician, researcher, and educator with a particular emphasis on ADHD, genetics, and pediatric psychopharmacology. He has authored over 150 research publications and has lectured extensively on ADHD and other topics across the United States and internationally. Klappentext Similar to other volumes from the Oxford Psychiatric Library, ADHD highlights essential information with easily referenced key points, boxes, tables, and illustrations; directing the reader to text discussions or additional readings when needed. The author's developmental perspective provides the basis for understanding and treating ADHD and associated difficulties across the lifespan. Zusammenfassung Similar to other volumes from the Oxford Psychiatric Library, ADHD highlights essential information with easily referenced key points, boxes, tables, and illustrations; directing the reader to text discussions or additional readings when needed. The author's developmental perspective provides the basis for understanding and treating ADHD and associated difficulties across the lifespan. Inhaltsverzeichnis Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 2 - Historical Perspectives Chapter 3 - Epidemiology and Burden Chapter 4 - Etiology and Neurobiology Chapter 5 - Diagnostic Criteria Chapter 6 - Assessment Chapter 7 - Treatment Planning: Children and Adolescents Chapter 8 - Treatment Planning: Adults Chapter 9 - Basic Pharmacology Chapter 10 - Clinical Medication Management Chapter 11 - Comorbidity Chapter 12 - Medication Controversies Chapter 13 - Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies ...
