ADHD

by James McGough

Overview

This concise paperback summarizes basic and clinical sciences relevant to our understanding of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with a particular emphasis on history, etiology, phenomenology, neurobiology, assessment, and treatment. Written by an internationally recognized clinician, researcher, and educator, the book ideally targets the learning needs of students, residents, and early-career practitioners, but also provides an updated overview with likely appeal for more experienced clinicians. The text is organized into succinct and well-referenced chapters. Critical information is easily discerned in accompanying key points, boxes, tables, and figures. References and suggestions for further reading are handy aids for readers who wish to obtain additional information on material described. Topics of special interest include assessment, approaches to initiating ADHD medications, controversies surrounding medication use, complementary and alternative treatments, and management of ADHD with co-occurring substance abuse. Of particular note, the author utilizes a developmental perspective that recognizes how the disorders manifestations and treatment needs change over the lifespan from childhood to adulthood. The book is not intended to be an encyclopedia covering everything known about ADHD, but is an easily read user-friendly introduction that provides a solid foundation for clinical management of the disorder.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780199969906
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	09/12/2014
Series:	Oxford American Psychiatry Library
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Dr. James McGough is Professor of Clinical Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, where he directs clinical teaching programs in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the Child and Adolescent Psychopharmacology Program. He is a noted clinician, researcher, and educator with a particular emphasis on ADHD, genetics, and pediatric psychopharmacology. He has authored over 150 research publications and has lectured extensively on ADHD and other topics across the United States and internationally.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Historical Perspectives
Chapter 3 - Epidemiology and Burden
Chapter 4 - Etiology and Neurobiology
Chapter 5 - Diagnostic Criteria
Chapter 6 - Assessment
Chapter 7 - Treatment Planning: Children and Adolescents
Chapter 8 - Treatment Planning: Adults
Chapter 9 - Basic Pharmacology
Chapter 10 - Clinical Medication Management
Chapter 11 - Comorbidity
Chapter 12 - Medication Controversies
Chapter 13 - Complementary and Alternative Medicine Therapies

Editorial Reviews

Reviewer: Sundeep S. Randhawa, MD (Rush University Medical Center)
Description: This book breaks down the diagnosis of ADHD into all of its respective components, from historical perspectives to medication controversies, covering a diverse range of topics in concise and structured manner.
Purpose: The purpose is to present the key aspects of ADHD.
Audience: Intended for those in the mental health and primary care fields, this well-formatted book will be a great resource for medical students, residents, and clinicians.
Features: This book covers not only the diagnosis of ADHD, but also its history, neurobiology, treatment options, etiology, assessment, and phenomenology. Impressive features include the key points in each section that highlight what readers should retain, if nothing else. As a clinician and a teacher, I find it hard at times to selectively teach and integrate material for students and residents. The unique structure of this book makes that easy to do.
Assessment: This is a great contribution to the field of mental health. The diagnosis of ADHD is increasing and having a solid foundation of knowledge can assist not only in decision making during treatment, but also in educating parents and others who support these patients. I would recommend this book to anyone in the field or to anyone wanting to learn more about the diagnosis.

Doody's Review Service

"This is a great contribution to the field of mental health. The diagnosis of ADHD is increasing and having a solid foundation of knowledge can assist not only in decision making during treatment, but also in educating parents and others who support these patients. I would recommend this book to anyone in the field or to anyone wanting to learn more about the diagnosis." — Doody's Health Sciences Review

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