ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is a common disorder that affect individuals across their life span. For the most part, every individual is difference, with that said, the individual may display all of the symptoms of ADHD or just one. This disorder is characterized by patterns of impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention. ADHD is a disorder that affects the brain and can delay a child’s development. The treatment for ADHD include medication therapy, education and training, and psychotherapy. The aim of this assignment is to evaluate the assigned case study and to select the most effective medication therapy based on the individual’s situation.
The case study is based on an eight year old Caucasian female client named …show more content…
“Stimulants such as Ritalin (methylphenidate), Dexedrine and Adderall are highly effective for kids in this group, and parents shouldn't feel guilty about employing them along with behavioral and educational interventions. None of these drugs will cure ADHD. when they're effective, they can improve attention, reduce restlessness and foster better relations with peers, parents and teachers. Each of the three stimulant medications has roughly a 75 percent response rate and kids who don't respond well to one of them will often respond to another” Adesman (2000). Ritalin is a stimulant, which is currently the most common treatment for ADHD. “Stimulants such as methylphenidate and amphetamines are the most common type of medication used for treating ADHD. Although it may seem counterintuitive to treat hyperactivity with a stimulant, these medications actually activate brain circuits that support attention and focused Behavior, thus reducing hyperactivity” Kanchana (2015).Wellbutrin XL 150mg was not selected, due to the fact, that it is not approved by the FDA for use in children for the treatment of ADHD. Antidepressants are known to cause suicidal ideations in children. “Antidepressants …show more content…
The choice selected was to change to Ritalin LA 20mg, because it is extended release and will be able to improve the symptoms of staring in space and daydreaming related to her medication wearing off. According to Findling (2006) “extended-release (ER) wax-matrix formulations of Ritalin, now commonly referred to as 1st generation ER Ritalin formulations, were developed to eliminate the need for multiple daily dosing”. Extended release medications effects tend to last longer. Continuing the same dose of Ritalin was selected, because that would be ignoring the issues expressed by the parents and client. The client may continue to have an increased heart rate that makes her feel heart funny and the problems with her staring in space and daydreaming may worsen, because the medication effects is not lasting during school entirely. If the family feel as if their concerns are being ignored by the healthcare provide, the risk for non-compliance is heightened. Discontinuing Ritalin and beginning Adderall is not selected, due to the fact that, Ritalin should not be abruptly stopped, the client should be tapped off the medication for several weeks. If the medication is abruptly stopped, withdrawal symptoms such as depression and heart rhythm issues may become
The case study is based on an eight year old Caucasian female client named …show more content…
“Stimulants such as Ritalin (methylphenidate), Dexedrine and Adderall are highly effective for kids in this group, and parents shouldn't feel guilty about employing them along with behavioral and educational interventions. None of these drugs will cure ADHD. when they're effective, they can improve attention, reduce restlessness and foster better relations with peers, parents and teachers. Each of the three stimulant medications has roughly a 75 percent response rate and kids who don't respond well to one of them will often respond to another” Adesman (2000). Ritalin is a stimulant, which is currently the most common treatment for ADHD. “Stimulants such as methylphenidate and amphetamines are the most common type of medication used for treating ADHD. Although it may seem counterintuitive to treat hyperactivity with a stimulant, these medications actually activate brain circuits that support attention and focused Behavior, thus reducing hyperactivity” Kanchana (2015).Wellbutrin XL 150mg was not selected, due to the fact, that it is not approved by the FDA for use in children for the treatment of ADHD. Antidepressants are known to cause suicidal ideations in children. “Antidepressants …show more content…
The choice selected was to change to Ritalin LA 20mg, because it is extended release and will be able to improve the symptoms of staring in space and daydreaming related to her medication wearing off. According to Findling (2006) “extended-release (ER) wax-matrix formulations of Ritalin, now commonly referred to as 1st generation ER Ritalin formulations, were developed to eliminate the need for multiple daily dosing”. Extended release medications effects tend to last longer. Continuing the same dose of Ritalin was selected, because that would be ignoring the issues expressed by the parents and client. The client may continue to have an increased heart rate that makes her feel heart funny and the problems with her staring in space and daydreaming may worsen, because the medication effects is not lasting during school entirely. If the family feel as if their concerns are being ignored by the healthcare provide, the risk for non-compliance is heightened. Discontinuing Ritalin and beginning Adderall is not selected, due to the fact that, Ritalin should not be abruptly stopped, the client should be tapped off the medication for several weeks. If the medication is abruptly stopped, withdrawal symptoms such as depression and heart rhythm issues may become