Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Very Young Children: Early Signs and Interventions.

Fewell, Rebecca R.; Deutscher, Barbara

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ERIC Number: EJ639202

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2002

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Very Young Children: Early Signs and Interventions.

Fewell, Rebecca R.; Deutscher, Barbara

Infants and Young Children, v14 n3 p24-32 Jan 2002

The rise in the number of children diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is discussed and information is offered on behaviors signaling the need for referral in very young children. Positive and negative effects of medications are discussed, along with specific behavioral coping strategies for both home and group care. (Contains references.) (Author/CR)

Descriptors: Attention Deficit Disorders, Behavior Modification, Clinical Diagnosis, Coping, Drug Therapy, Hyperactivity, Incidence, Referral, Symptoms (Individual Disorders), Young Children

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General

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Language: English

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