Understanding and Treating ADHD

Course Description

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), including its symptoms, causes, and treatments. The course will cover both the medical and non-medical treatments for ADHD and examine individual strategies for managing it in daily life.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the history of ADHD and its evolution as a diagnosis.
• Describe the symptoms of ADHD and how it affects different individuals.
• Identify the potential causes and risk factors for ADHD, including neurobiology and genetics.
• Understand the different approaches to diagnosis and assessment of ADHD.
• Evaluate the evidence-based treatment options for ADHD, including medication and behavioral therapies.
• Develop strategies for managing ADHD symptoms in daily life.
• Examine the impact of ADHD on academic, occupational, and social functioning.
• Understand the challenges and potential benefits of living with ADHD.

Course Format

• Lectures, discussions, case studies, group activities, and video presentations.
• Guest speakers from various disciplines, including psychiatry, psychology, and education.
• Written assignments, quizzes, and a final exam.

Course Topics