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Diagnosis
The American Academy of Pediatrics issued its first guidelines for diagnosing attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children in 2002. They include:
- Children between ages 6 - 12 should first be evaluated for ADHD if they show symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, academic underachievement, or behavior problems in at least two settings. Such behaviors should have been harmful for the child academically or socially for at least 6 months.
- The child should meet the ...
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Vyvanse
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