ERIC Number: EJ844699
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2005-Jul
Pages: 15
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Toward a Standard of Care for Child ADHD: Implications for Marriage and Family Therapists
Orr, J. Matthew; Miller, Richard B.; Polson, D. Michol
Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, v31 n3 p191-205 Jul 2005
In this article, we briefly review the etiology of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and describe the most current scientifically supported theory about the nature of this disorder. Based on the research literature, several organizations have established standards of care for its diagnosis and treatment, which involves a multimodal strategy for treatment at the biological, individual, family, school, and community levels. Assessment and treatment guidelines are provided for Marriage and Family Therapists (MFTs), and specific areas of competency are proposed for MFTs who are working with children who have ADHD.
Descriptors: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Counseling Techniques, Etiology, Marriage Counseling, Literature, Family Counseling, Standards, Quality Control
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Language: English
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