TOP TEN RESEARCH PRIORITIES FOR ATTENTION DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER TREATMENT

2016 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 152-159 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stella Jacobson ◽  
Pernilla Östlund ◽  
Lena Wallgren ◽  
Marie Österberg ◽  
Sofia Tranæus
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Parental Support ◽  
School Health ◽  
Substance Abusers ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Memory Training ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Adhd Treatment ◽  
Support Programmes

Objectives: The aim of this project was to identify the ten most important research questions for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) treatment as identified by people with ADHD together with personnel involved in the treatment of ADHD in school, health, and correction services.Methods: A working group consisting of consumers and personnel was established. The method for prioritization was primarily based on James Lind Alliance's guidebook, consisting of an interim priority setting exercise and a workshop.Results: The top ten list includes the risk of drug dependency later in life when treated with methylphenidate as a child, teacher support, multimodal therapy, comparisons between atomoxetine and methylphenidate, methylphenidate treatment in substance abusers, parental support programmes, supported conversation, computer-aided working memory training, psychoeducative treatment, and melatonin.Conclusions: We have shown that consumers and personnel can reach consensus on research priorities for treatments for ADHD. We encourage researchers and funders to consider the list for future studies.

Economic Burden and Disability-Adjusted Life Years (DALYs) of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (6) ◽  
pp. 823-829 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minha Hong ◽  
Bomi Park ◽  
Sang Min Lee ◽  
Geon Ho Bahn ◽  
Moon Jung Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Economic Burden ◽  
Indirect Costs ◽  
Disability Adjusted Life Years ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Disability Adjusted Life ◽  
Life Years ◽  
Adhd Treatment ◽  
The Republic

Objective: We investigated the economic burden and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the Republic of Korea. Method: Using the National Health Insurance Service claims data for the population aged 19 years or younger, a prevalence-based approach was used to calculate the DALYs of ADHD. Direct medical costs, direct nonmedical costs, and indirect costs resulting from ADHD were estimated to calculate the economic burden of ADHD. Results: A total of 69,353 people in Korea were diagnosed with ADHD in 2012. The burden of ADHD as measured by the prevalence-based approach was 32,605 DALYs. The total economic burden of ADHD was US$47.55 million, which accounted for approximately 0.004% of Korean GDP (gross domestic product) in 2012. Conclusion: Our findings shed light on the considerable burden of ADHD, emphasizing the need for policies that can encourage ADHD treatment and enhance compliance.

Improving Treatment in Minority Children With Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

2016 ◽  
Vol 56 (2) ◽  
pp. 171-176 ◽  
Author(s):  
Camille Alvarado ◽  
Vania Modesto-Lowe
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
African American ◽  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Cultural Norms ◽  
Hispanic Children ◽  
Minority Children ◽  
Culturally Sensitive Care ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Parental Views ◽  
Adhd Treatment

Studies have shown that African American, Caucasian, and Hispanic children all have the same prevalence of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and respond similarly to treatment. However, the number of African American and Hispanic children actually diagnosed with ADHD is significantly lower than that of the Caucasian population. Consequently, the numbers of African American and Hispanic children receiving ADHD treatment is also low. This article investigates the barriers to diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in African American and Hispanic populations, which include financial limitations, differing parental views, and cultural norms. It then discusses potential solutions to help address those barriers with the hope of providing culturally sensitive care among African American and Hispanic communities.

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