Handbook for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Adults

This book is a direct response to a severe treatment gap in recognising, treating and managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in adults. Affecting 3-4% of the global population, ADHD has long been considered a pediatric psychiatric condition and continues to be overlooked in adults,...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
Other Authors: UKAAN (Editor)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Tarporley : Springer Healthcare Ltd. : Imprint: Springer Healthcare, 2013.
Edition:1st ed. 2013.
Subjects:
Psychiatry.
Therapeutics.
Medical sciences.
Health Sciences.
Online Access:Texto Completo
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
  • Definition of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
  • The scientific basis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
  • Diagnostic assessment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults
  • Neuropsychological assessment
  • Comorbid symptoms, syndromes, and disorders
  • Pharmacological treatments
  • Psychological treatments
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder during pregnancy
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and the criminal justice system
  • Service provision for adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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