Understanding ADHD

This free course, Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), explores the experience of ADHD from the perspective of those who are diagnosed with the condition, and those who care for them. It covers the contribution of scientific research to understanding ADHD, with a focus on assessing the effectiveness and mechanism of action of treatments and therapies.Transcript

• Introduction
• Learning outcomes
• Session 1: Understanding life with ADHD
• 1.1 Characteristics and prevalence of ADHD
• 1.2 Experiencing ADHD
• 1.2.1 Impact on parents and caregivers
• 1.2.2 ADHD and comorbidities
• 1.3 Diagnosing ADHD
• 1.3.1 Diagnosing ADHD with DSM-5
• 1.3.2 Diagnosing ADHD with ICD-10 and ICD-11
• 1.3.3 The diagnostic process
• 1.3.4 Culture, gender and diagnosis
• 1.4 Risk factors for ADHD
• 1.4.1 Genetics and ADHD
• 1.4.2 ADHD and the environment
• Session 1 summary
• Session 2: The neurobiology and management of ADHD
• 2.1 ADHD and the brain
• 2.1.1 Brain circuits and selective attention
• 2.1.2 Brain chemistry and ADHD
• 2.1.3 Candidate genes and dopamine
• 2.1.4 The dopamine theory of ADHD
• 2.2 Approaches to managing ADHD
• 2.2.1 Parent training
• 2.2.2 Cognitive behavioural therapy
• 2.2.3 Medication: stimulant treatment
• 2.2.4 Medication: non-stimulant treatment
• Session 2 summary
• Conclusion
• References
• Acknowledgements