Adhd Pharmacotherapy
ADD; ADHD; Childhood hyperkinesis
Prevention
Although there is no proven way to prevent ADHD, early identification and treatment can prevent many of the problems associated with ADHD.
References
Pliszka S; AACAP Work Group on Quality Issues. Practice parameter for the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry. 2007 Jul;46(7):894-921.
Prince JB, Spencer TJ, Wilens TE, Biederman J....
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