ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER IN ADULTS

Broadcast Date: January 17, 2007

Length: 2 hours

Course Code: A010

Presenters:

Oscar Bukstein, MD, MPH
Associate Professor of Psychiatry
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Director, Institute of Public Health and Psychiatry
 

Program Description:

This program is designed to present an overview of the diagnosis and treatment of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in the adult population. Special emphasis will be placed on practical and effective ways in working with individuals with challenging behaviors.

Educational Objectives:

At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

1. Diagnose the characteristics of ADHD in the adult population

2. Identify symptoms and behaviors of individuals with ADHD

3. List several treatments and interventions for aiding an individual’s recovery

4. Discuss practical and effective ways in the individual’s recovery to deal with the behavioral manifestations of ADHD

Target Audience:

Clinical and research professionals, students, and trainees as well as interested family members and consumers.