ADHD and Medication

Paper Summary:

ADHD is the designation for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, which affects both adults and children but which is seen as a particular problem in children, affecting their ability to learn and to socialize with others during their developmental stage. This paper looks at how medications have been developed that help reduce the ill effects of this disorder and how these medications are often prescribed for children. It also discusses how this fact has produced criticism about medicating such children, about possible side effects and with some recommending behavioral modification techniques over medication.

From the Paper:

"Alex S. Hall and Arlinn G. Gushee report on some of the medications available, their possible side effects, and how they may be used in conjunction with psychosocial interventions. Specifically, the authors make recommendations to and offer information for school counselors who may have to deal with these issues and who may have to dispense medication to their charges. The authors first note that there may be a need for mental health and school counselors to partner in order to give information to nurses, physicians, parents, and young people themselves."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Arrowood, Linda, Tracey Busch, and Vickie E. Snider. "Teacher Knowledge of Stimulant Medication and ADHD." Remedial and Special Education, Volume 24, Issue 1 (2003). November 28, 2006. http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000629482.
• Dupaul, George J., Tanya L. Eckert, and Kara E. Mcgoey. "Early Intervention for Preschool-Age Children with ADHD: A Literature Review." Journal of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, Volume 10, Issue 1 (2002). November 28, 2006. http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000714785.
• Gushee, Arlinn F. and Alex S. Hall. "Medication Interventions for ADHD Youth: A Primer for School and Mental Health Counselors." Journal of Mental Health Counseling, Volume 24, Issue 2 (2002). November 28, 2006. http://www.questia.com/PM.qst?a=o&d=5000766532

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