Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Developmental Tasks and Challenges
1. Self-regulation
2. Effortful control
3. Executive function
Core Characteristics
1. Inattention
2. Hyperactivity/impulsivity
Associated difficulties and Domains of impairment
1. Problems in school
2. Family disturbances
3. Social dysfunction
Gender, Ethnicity and Age
Comorbid Disorders
1. Oppositional Defiant Disorder
2. Conduct Disorder
3. Mood & Anxiety Disorders
4. Learning Disabilities
5. Tic & other movement Disorders
6. Substance Use Disorders
Developmental Course
1. Early childhood precursors
2. Child, Adolescent and Family outcomes
3. Adult outcomes
Aetiology
1. Genes & Heredity
2. Physiological factors
3. Psychological factors
4. Family & Environmental factors
Assessment & Diagnosis
1. Diagnostic Interviews
2. Rating Scales & Observations
3. Differential Diagnosis
Intervention
1. Pharmacological Treatment
2. Psychosocial Treatment
3. School Interventions
4. Interventions with adults

Resource summary

	Created by Alzet Weideman almost 6 years ago