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Clinical review: evidence-based diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in children.
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NeuropsychologyAttention Deficit/hyperactivity DisorderEducationAttentionChild Mental HealthSocial SciencesAdhdClinical ReviewClinical PsychologyAutismBehavioral IssueChild AssessmentDevelopmental DisorderChild PsychologyPsychiatryNon-stimulant Medication UsesChildren's Mental HealthFirst Line AgentsChild DevelopmentNeurodevelopmental DisordersPediatricsChild PsychiatryPsychopathology
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is the most commonly diagnosed psychiatric disorder in children. Diagnosis is clinical. The role of imaging, rating scales and computerized screening tests in patient evaluation is examined. Management involves the use of medication as well as patient-specific psychosocial intervention. Psychostimulants are first line agents and have been shown to be highly efficacious for treating ADHD. Mode of action and pertinent clinical issues regarding each stimulant and non-stimulant medication uses are discussed.