| Affiliation: | 1.New Horizons Group,Mumbai,India;2.Aster Medcity,Kochi,India;3.Indraprastha Apollo Hospital,New Delhi,India;4.Department of Pediatrics,PGIMER,Chandigarh,India;5.Department of Pediatrics,Bharatiya Vidyapeeth Medical College and Hospital,Pune,India;6.Kerala University,Thrissur,India |
| Abstract: | JustificationAttention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is highly prevalent in children worldwide. Management of ADHD requires a systematic, multidisciplinary approach and therefore evidence-based, standardized national guidelines are essential.ProcessA meeting for formulation of national consensus guidelines on neurodevelopmental disorders was organized by Indian Academy of Pediatrics in Mumbai, on 18th and 19th December, 2015. The invited experts included Pediatricians, Developmental Pediatricians, Pediatric Neurologists, Psychiatrists, Remedial Educators and Clinical Psychologists. The participants framed guidelines after extensive discussions.ObjectiveTo provide consensus guidelines on evaluation and management of ADHD in children in India.RecommendationsADHD is a chronic condition and thus education of patients, families, and teachers regarding the diagnosis is an integral part of management. Involvement of patient the and the family in the management program is extremely vital. Management of ADHD centers on the achievement of target outcomes, which are chosen in collaboration with the child, parents, and school personnel. Coexisting conditions must be treated concurrently with ADHD. Modalities of management of ADHD include behavioral interventions, medications, and educational interventions. These modalities can be implemented individually or in combination. |
