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Learning Objectives
Describe the effects of ADHD on attention, emotional control, impulse control, and executive functions.
Describe the clinical presentations of ADHD and current diagnositic criteria.
Discuss the genetic, developmental, neurologic, and environmental causes of ADHD.
Describe the development, symptoms, and impact of ADHD as they relate to children, adolescents, and adults.
Identify effective ADHD treatments focused on behavior management, diet, exercise, and sleep.
Discuss the stimulant and non-stimulant medications for ADHD and their effectiveness.
Discuss how the recent empirical research in this course can be translated to clinical practices to improve patient care and outcome.
Describe, for this course, the implications for dentistry, mental health, pharmacy, nursing, occupational & physical therapy and other healthcare professions.