Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

This chapter covers Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD). The chapter is laid out in an easy to follow format. It starts with diagnostic criteria, differential diagnoses to look out for, risk factors, and labs to consider. It is everything you would need to begin the diagnostic process. Then each section suggests screening tools to assist you with recording severity level. Finally, each section then talks about both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of ADHD.