Attention deficit disorder and the pediatric patient: a review

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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children is diagnosed on the basis of symptoms such as impulsivity, inattention, and activity levels that are developmentally inappropriate. A multifaceted, systematic approach is required to differentiate ADHD from conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder. The most common treatment involves stimulants, usually methylphenidate or dextroamphetamine, which produce significant improvement in about 70% of cases. Psychosocial interventions and parent education may also be incorporated in a multidimensional approach to treatment.

Behavior disorders in children, Childhood mental disorders, Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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Fibromyalgia: an important diagnosis to consider

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Fibromyalgia is an idiopathic disorder occurring most frequently in women between the ages of 25 and 50. It should not be diagnosed as such until other medical disorders are ruled out. Signs and symptoms include widespread pain, fatigue, and pain in 11 of 18 tender point locations. It has been closely linked to depression, although this may be the result of chronic pain. Treatment is for relief of symptoms.

Psychological aspects, Health aspects, Palliative treatment, Palliative care, Fibromyalgia, Intractable pain

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