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Learning Objectives, January 15, 2011

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Stimulants in the Treatment of ADHD

The gold standards of treatment for ADHD are the stimulants amphetamine and methylphenidate. They are old friends, having been used for decades, and there is a wealth of patient experience with them. Although we use them all the time, an occasional review of the tools in our toolbox is always helpful.

Neurofeedback as a Treatment for ADHD

Neurofeedback, also known as “EEG biofeedback,” has been around for a long time, but its history is checkered.

Expert QA

ADHD as an Executive Function Disorder

There are six dimensions of executive function, and with ADHD show widespread failure of the executive system, often in all six dimensions.

Research Update

Acne Increases Suicide Risk, With or Without Accutane

Despite having been around for 30 years, there is still controversy surrounding the acne drug isotretinoin (Accutane) and its association with psychiatric problems.

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