ADHD Medications: History, Science, and Issues

by
Victor B. Stolbergauthor

Victor B. Stolberg, EdM, MA, MS, MA, MSEd, MAT, MAH, MALS, MA, is assistant professor and counselor at Essex County College, Newark, NJ.

ADHD Medications: History, Science, and Issues

20171031

Greenwood

Pages 296
Topics Health and Wellness

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ADHD Medications: History, Science, and Issues

Author(s): Stolberg, Victor;
Contributors: Stolberg, Victor;
Abstract:

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 ADHD

• Explains how different types of ADHD medications work in the body

• Delves into issues and controversies related to ADHD medications, including their prescription to young children and recreational use by individuals without ADHD
SortTitle: adhd medications: history, science, and issues
Author Info:
Victor B. Stolbergauthor

Victor B. Stolberg, EdM, MA, MS, MA, MSEd, MAT, MAH, MALS, MA, is assistant professor and counselor at Essex County College, Newark, NJ.
eISBN-13: 9781610697262
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Print ISBN-13: 9781610697255
Imprint: Greenwood
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 20171031
Series: The Story of a Drug