Date of Award
Spring 2021
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Jodi Freeman
Abstract
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic psychiatric illness that is commonly diagnosed in children and is characterized by attention problems and hyperactive tendencies. Patients with ADHD have multiple treatment options including behavioral therapy and psychostimulants. There is some evidence that clinicians have started to prescribe stimulants at a much higher rate. The results of this critical analysis were varied, but all studies concluded that behavioral therapy is a successful treatment modality for ADHD patients.
Recommended Citation
Hoskins, Toby, "Efficacy of behavioral therapy compared to pharmacotherapy as a first line treatment for ADHD in prepubescent patients between 5-12 years old" (2021). Capstone Showcase. 62.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2021/pa/62
Additional Files
GMT20210425-195126_Recording_1600x900.mp4 (10365 kB)References Capstone Project.docx (17 kB)
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Efficacy of behavioral therapy compared to pharmacotherapy as a first line treatment for ADHD in prepubescent patients between 5-12 years old
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic psychiatric illness that is commonly diagnosed in children and is characterized by attention problems and hyperactive tendencies. Patients with ADHD have multiple treatment options including behavioral therapy and psychostimulants. There is some evidence that clinicians have started to prescribe stimulants at a much higher rate. The results of this critical analysis were varied, but all studies concluded that behavioral therapy is a successful treatment modality for ADHD patients.