J. Cipkala-Gaffin
1998.10.1PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHIATRIC CARE
tlooto Summary
A multidimensional approach to treatment of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity and their parents is described, with emphasis on psychotherapy of the child and family, parent education, and attention to the child's school environment and social adjustment.
Abstract
TOPIC Diagnosis and treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
PURPOSE To describe a multidimensional approach to treatment of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity and their parents.
SOURCES Review of the literature and of the author's clinical work.
CONCLUSIONS A great deal of controversy surrounds this diagnosis. The nurse psychotherapist helps children and families through the diagnostic process and into the treatment phase. Emphasis is on psychotherapy of the child and family, parent education, and attention to the child's school environment and social adjustment.
Citation format
CIPKALA-GAFFIN, J. Diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. PERSPECTIVES IN PSYCHIATRIC CARE, 1998, 34 4: 18–25.