Prescription medication is widely used to treat children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In your opinion should drugs be used to treat children with this disorder? Would you give your children a drug to make them behave “better”? Are there other treatments that you think are more appropriate? Explain one argument in favor of using medication to treat ADHD and one argument against using medication. Support your arguments with at least one article from a scholarly journal and respond to at least 2 of your classmates.
Your main post must meet the following criteria in order to receive full credit.
1. It must be a minimum of one page, single-spaced, 12 point font (Times New Roman), one inch margins. Type it in a Word document first and then paste it into the discussion board. Develop your arguments thoroughly and use examples.
2. Your main post needs to include information from at least one professional journal article (no wikipedia or random websites). If you don’t know how to access the online journal articles on the Brandman/Chapman library website, ask the online librarian for help or see the instructions in the “Start Here” section. Include the citation for your article in APA style.
ANSWER:
Attention deficiency/hyperactivity disorder has always been perceived to be only limited to children because of the diminishing externalizing behaviors. ADHD is characterized by hyperactivity, inattention, and impulsivity, which often result in disruptive behavior both at home and school. For adults, ADHD symptoms could be demonstrated in their workplaces. It often results in disorganization, impulsivity, and decreased hyperactivity, making it difficult for them to work both at home and work. Moreover, adult patients have difficulty completing necessary tasks such as education or employment, characterized by academic failures and lower-income, higher rates of car accidents, and job loss. The clinical diagnosis and treatment are essential for adults and children to determine the treatment plan for the individuals. In children, ADHD onset results in a lower ability to focus and sustain attention while having higher hyperactivity scores. Treatment of ADHD ranges from…. To access full answer, click on the purchase button below.