Diagnosis and treatment of children and adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

Attention-deficit/hyperactive disorder (ADHD) has been estimated to affect between 3% and 5% of school-age children. The disorder frequently has a pro found effect on a child's personal, social and academic development and is a risk factor in the development of other comorbid disorders. Diagnostic cr iteria and methods for identification of ADHD will be presented. Major inte rvention strategies appropriate for school and community settings are outli ned. Because ADHD is 1 of the most common reasons for referral in both scho ol and community agencies, it is important that clinicians be prepared to p rovide accurate diagnosis and intervention recommendations.