Date of Award
Spring 2022
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Professor Sharonda Felton, PA-C
Abstract
This article outlines common neurobiological, developmental, psychological, and other medical diagnoses and conditions that symptomatically mimic attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the pediatric population. Many of these disorders are comorbid with ADHD, but they may also be misdiagnosed as ADHD. Due to the similarity in presentation, these conditions must be included when formulating a differential diagnosis. Accurately diagnosing a child with ADHD requires a thorough evaluation and work up to rule out diagnoses on the differential.
Recommended Citation
Schatell, Elena, "Conditions That Mimic Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in a Pediatric Population: A Diagnostic Guide for Primary Care Providers" (2022). Capstone Showcase. 58.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2022/pa/58
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Behavioral Medicine Commons, Family Medicine Commons, Pediatrics Commons, Primary Care Commons, Psychiatry Commons
Conditions That Mimic Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in a Pediatric Population: A Diagnostic Guide for Primary Care Providers
This article outlines common neurobiological, developmental, psychological, and other medical diagnoses and conditions that symptomatically mimic attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the pediatric population. Many of these disorders are comorbid with ADHD, but they may also be misdiagnosed as ADHD. Due to the similarity in presentation, these conditions must be included when formulating a differential diagnosis. Accurately diagnosing a child with ADHD requires a thorough evaluation and work up to rule out diagnoses on the differential.