The diagnosis of ADHD is best determined by a combination of a comprehensive history, adherence to well-described clinical criteria, and training in the differential diagnosis of adult disorders. Neuropsychiatric testing is beneficial for assessing learning disabilities, executive function, and other cognitive impairments, but it has not demonstrated value in the diagnosis of ADHD (McGough, 2004). […]
A literature search found five empirical studies or psychological treatment for adults with ADHD, out of 1,419 articles on ADHD in adults. Practice guidelines to date all recommend multimodal intervention, given that a significant number of patients cannot tolerate, do not respond to, or fail to rearch optimal outcomes with medication alone. [button size=’large’ color=’btn-b76lpc214h’ […]
Diagnosis of Adult ADHD
The diagnosis of ADHD is best determined by a combination of a comprehensive history, adherence to well-described clinical criteria, and training in the differential diagnosis of adult disorders. Neuropsychiatric testing is beneficial for assessing learning disabilities, executive function, and other cognitive impairments, but it has not demonstrated value in the diagnosis of ADHD (McGough, 2004). […]