Most children with ADHD receive their care from community-based pediatricians. Given the large number of school-age children who require evaluation and treatment services for ADHD, and the adverse impact that poor quality care can have on children’s development, it is important for children to routinely receive care in the community that is consistent with best-practice guidelines. [Read more…] about Discouraging new findings about pediatric care for children with ADHD: Often, best-practice guidelines are not followed
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Study finds large gaps between research and practice in ADHD diagnosis and treatment
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Most children with ADHD receive their care from community-based pediatricians. Given the large number of school-age children who require evaluation and treatment services for ADHD, and the adverse impact that poor quality care can have on children’s development, it is important for children to routinely receive care in the community that is consistent with best-practice guidelines.
The American Academy of Pediatrics has clearly recognized this and published guidelines for [Read more…] about Study finds large gaps between research and practice in ADHD diagnosis and treatment
