Studies have shown that medication is effective in treating the symptoms of ADHD alone or in combination with behavioral interventions.
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ADHD Basic Facts: What Every Parent Should Know Before Starting a Child on Medication—ADHD Toolkit
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ADHD—How Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Diagnosed?
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Your child’s or teen’s doctor will determine whether your child or teen has ADHD by using standard guidelines developed by the American Academy of Pediatrics specifically for children, teens, and young adults 4 to 18 years of age. It is difficult to diagnose ADHD in children younger than 4 years.
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ADHD—What Are Common Questions About Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms?
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Common questions and answers from the American Academy of Pediatrics about attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
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ADHD—What Are the Symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
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Children with ADHD have symptoms that fall into 3 groups: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.
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ADHD—What Causes Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and How Is It Treated?
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ADHD is one of the most studied conditions of childhood, and it may be caused by a number of things. Once the diagnosis is confirmed, the outlook for most children who receive treatment of ADHD is encouraging. There is no specific cure for ADHD, but many treatment options are available to manage the
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ADHD—What Is Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder?
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Behavior management skills that can be included in a Care Plan include
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ADHD—What Types of Medication Reduce Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Symptoms?
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Helping children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may mean they need medication. Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about medications for children with ADHD.
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ADHD—What is Behavioral Therapy?
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Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics about behavioral therapy for a child with ADHD.
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Fluoride Varnish Can Help Prevent Tooth Decay
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Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child’s overall health. This is why your child’s doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child’s first tooth appears.
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Abnormal Immunity: An Overview
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No one knows for sure how many children have suppressed immune systems. It is becoming more common as more children receive transplants and survive serious problems with their immune systems like HIV. Some children have temporary alterations in their immune system from medications and the immune system
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Allergic Skin Conditions
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Estimates are that up to 20% of infants and young children may be affected by eczema at some point. There is no good data about how frequently hives and contact dermatitis occur.
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Allergies: An Overview
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Allergies are very common. In a national study of children with special health care needs, 53% had allergies of some type.
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Anaphylaxis
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Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that affects the whole body. It happens when the body intensely responds to an allergen.
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Asthma
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Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases in children, affecting between 5% and 10%.
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Behavior management skills that can be included in a Care Plan include
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Managing Chronic Health Needs in Child Care and Schools—Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities caused by a problem with the brain. Children with ASDs have trouble in 3 core areas of their development.
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