The treatment of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex challenge. This book provides comprehensive, scientific coverage of the numerous different types of drugs that are used to treat ADHD, and it examines the historical, sociological, and policy-related factors involved in the use of ADHD medications.
Provides broad background coverage of ADHD and of various types of drugs that can be used to treat symptoms of ADHDExplains how different types of ADHD medications work in the bodyDelves into issues and controversies related to ADHD medications, including their prescription to young children and recreational use by individuals without ADHD