ADHD Treatments For Children and Teens (ages 6–17)

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ADHD Treatments For Children and Teens (ages 6–17)
Be sure they get what’s best!

Where we have been:

(Treatment practices, 2009-2010)

• Less than 1 in 3 children with ADHD in this age group got both behavioral therapy and medication.

Where we need to go:

(Treatment guidance, 2011)

• Provide both behavioral therapy and medication.

What can you do?

• Parents:
  Talk to your doctor about behavioral therapy for your preschool child’s treatment.
• Healthcare professionals:
  Be aware of the psychological resources in your community and be prepared to refer children for behavioral therapy as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

For more information:

www.cdc.gov/adhd
Twitter: @CDC_NCBDDD