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1
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ADHD DDX/causes

A
toxin
infection, eg chronic OM
visual problems
malnutrtion
tourette's
depression/anxiety
abuse
change in home life
seizures
med SEs
learning disability
2
Q

ADHD meds

A

stimulants: work on dopamine, appetite suppression

alpha adrenergic, TCAs, GABA

3
Q

ASD Tx

A

REFER early!

  • ped pscyh
  • behavioral psych
  • neurologist (1/4 kids with ASD have seizures)
4
Q

Reporting abuse

A

suspected or known abuse to DHA, law enforcement, welfare office

5
Q

If parent suspects child abuse

A

report to CARES NW

6
Q

Depression

A

biochemical + family dynamics

7
Q

Depression sxs

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sad affect, irritability, anxiety, crying
labile mood
exhaustion
low self-esteem
worthlessness
8
Q

Drugs and Alcohol

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habitual use NOT common

as doc: offer facts, not opinions

9
Q

Sex

A

discuss birth control, condoms, STDs
be unbiased
refer to PP, county health, school counselors

10
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Eating Disorders

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referrals, whole family needs to recover