• ADHD Treatment: Understanding Evidence and Practice
  • What is the prevalence of ADHD?

ADHD Treatment: Understanding Evidence and Practice

Duration: 1 hr 9 mins Publication Date: 8 Jul 2024 Next Review Date: 18 Mar 2027

Learning Series Description

Join Professor Samuele Cortese as he unpacks the latest evidence on ADHD treatment. This series explores both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, offering practical insights for clinicians. Gain a deeper understanding of how to interpret and apply research findings in real-world practice.

About this Learning Series

This learning series includes:

  • 1 hr 9 mins of on-demand video
  • Access on desktop, tablet and mobile
  • Certificate of completion

Details:

  • Level: All Levels
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles: English

What is the prevalence of ADHD?

Duration: 13 mins Publication Date: 8 Jul 2024 Next Review Date: 8 Jul 2027 DOI: 10.13056/acamh.13694

Description

In this presentation, Professor Samuel Cortese delves into the global prevalence of ADHD, exploring the latest data and its implications for mental health services. He discusses the complexities of calculating accurate prevalence rates and highlights why reliable figures are crucial for planning effective ADHD support. Professor Cortese also examines how ADHD symptoms can persist from childhood into adulthood, often continuing to impact daily life even when the formal diagnostic criteria are no longer met. This talk provides a comprehensive look at ADHD across the lifespan, inviting viewers to consider both the data and the real-world challenges it presents.

Learning Objectives

A. To understand the global prevalence rates of ADHD and the significance of reliable data for service planning.
B. To recognize the limitations of ADHD prevalence estimates when data are imputed rather than directly measured.
C. To explore the persistence of ADHD symptoms and their functional impact from childhood into adulthood.

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