Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Clinical Pathway — Primary Care
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Clinical Pathway — Primary Care
Cohort
This pathway guides the care of children ≥ 3 yrs old who present to their primary care physician with signs and symptoms of ADHD. Diagnosis should be approached with caution in younger children; it may be appropriate to diagnose 3-year-old children when symptoms and impairment are severe.
Common signs include consistent:
- Hyperactivity
- Impulsivity
- Inattention, disorganization, distractibility
- Poor school performance
- Difficult behaviors at home or with peers
Core Principles of ADHD Care
Life Course Perspective-ADHD as a Chronic Condition |
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Combination Psychosocial and Pharmacological Treatment |
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Collaborative Care |
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