The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), published by the American Psychiatric Association, will have a new edition published in 2013. This edition will be called the DSM-5.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common mental health disorders in children. It causes a disruption in the ability to manage ...

The ADHD diagnostic process depends on accurate history taking from multiple sources, coupled with a comprehensive physical examination. Below we review the three primary methods of gathering this ...

In 2019, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) produced evidence-based guidelines for the evaluation and treatment of ADHD. 13 For evaluation and diagnosis, AAP recommends: Validated screening ...

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It is most helpful when students provide an evaluation report such as a psychoeducational evaluation or neuropsychological assessment. More current documentation is always preferred since it puts ...