Abstract
Although stimulant therapy is the most common treatment for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, it is not always effective in reducing behavioral symptoms. As a result, research on psychosocial interventions has progressed in recent years. This article provides a synopsis of psychosocial interventions for childhood ADHD, with an emphasis on basic behavior management principles, evidence-based interventions, and safety issues. Developmental issues that distinguish psychosocial interventions for children and adolescents are highlighted, and practical recommendations for collaborating with mental health professionals are provided.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / psychology
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Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity / therapy*
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Behavior Therapy / methods*
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Central Nervous System Stimulants / adverse effects
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Central Nervous System Stimulants / therapeutic use
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Child
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Chronic Disease
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Combined Modality Therapy
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Evidence-Based Medicine
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Humans
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Nurse's Role
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Parent-Child Relations
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Parents / education
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Parents / psychology
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Peer Group
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Psychiatric Nursing / organization & administration
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Psychology, Adolescent
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Psychology, Child
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Reward
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Safety Management / methods*
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Social Adjustment
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Social Behavior
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Treatment Outcome
Substances
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Central Nervous System Stimulants