Over 80% of children and adults with ADHD have at least one other psychiatric disorder and more than 50% have at least two such comorbid disorders. This presentation will address as its learning objectives:
1. A review of the most common comorbid disorders that co-exist with ADHD and the reasons they may be associated with ADHD.
2. A description of the possible effects these comorbid disorders may have on both understanding the clinical case and especially in selecting treatment options to address both the ADHD and the comorbid disorder.
3. Special attention will be given to discussing the impact of comorbid oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder,, sleep disorders, and learning disabilities.
4. For each, the presenter will focus on how they may alter treatment planning.

For more information, see Dr. Barkley's books, Taking Charge of ADHD: The Complete Authoritative Guide for Parents, and How to Treat ADHD in Children and Adolescents.

This presentation is 1.25 hours. in length.

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