Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Externalizing disorders
Chapter 1.1
Published: February 23, 2010
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1000235
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Externalizing disorders
Chapter D.1
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Q7: What is the effectiveness, safety and role of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, within non- specialist health care for children with a diagnosis of Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
The pamphlet "ADHD Medications" provides an overview of medications commonly used to treat ADHD, such as Adderall, Vyvanse, and Ritalin. It explains that these medications do not enhance intelligenc
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e and affect individuals differently based on dosage and medical history. Potential dangers of misuse include insomnia, appetite changes, increased heart rate, and reliance on the drugs for studying. Combining ADHD medications with alcohol or sleeping pills is particularly dangerous. The pamphlet emphasizes the importance of proper medical supervision and provides resources for addiction support.
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This publication is intended for professionals training or practicing in mental health and not for the general public. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or IACAPAP. This publication seeks to describe the best treatments and pract
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ices based on the scientific evidence available at the time of writing as evaluated by the authors and may change as a result of new research. Readers need to apply this knowledge to patients in accordance with the guidelines and
laws of their country of practice. Some medications may not be available in some countries and readers should consult the specific drug information since not all dosages and unwanted effects are mentioned. Organizations, publications and websites are cited or linked to illustrate issues or as a source of further information. This does not mean that authors, the Editor or IACAPAP endorse their content or
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Mood disorders
Chapter E.3
2016 edition
The Lancet Global Health, Vol. 6, No. 10 Published: August 29, 2018
Olashore et al.
Child Adolesc Psychiatry Ment Health (2017) 11:8 DOI 10.1186/s13034-017-0144-9
The CSMH compiled a list of assessment measures that are in the public domain (free of charge) and available online for clinicians. Below are the recommended measures can be used in school mental health programs to help assess symptoms of clinical disorders (e.g. depression, anxiety,
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ADHD) an in some cases are useful for tracking student progress and outcomes over time.
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Q8: What is the effectiveness, safety and role of pharmacological interventions, by non-specialized health care providers, for the broad category of Disruptive Behaviour Disorders (DBDs), Conduct Disorder (CD), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) and comorbid (but not exclusively) Attention-Deficit
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Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
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[Updated 2015]
SCOPING QUESTION: What is the effectiveness of psychosocial interventions (including caregiver skills training) for behavioural disorders in children and adolescents?
PLoS Med 15(7): e1002615. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal. pmed.1002615
Developmental disorders
Chapter C.4