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Multi-disciplinary assessment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder: a tertiary assessment package

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  02 January 2018

H. Kat ,
Clay Frake  and
Rebecca Sawtell
H. Kat*
Affiliation:
Leicestershire Child and Family Psychiatric Service, Westcotes House, Westcotes Drive, Leicester LE3 0QU
Clay Frake
Affiliation:
Leicestershire Child and Family Psychiatric Service, Westcotes House, Westcotes Drive, Leicester LE3 0QU
Rebecca Sawtell
Affiliation:
Leicestershire Child and Family Psychiatric Service, Westcotes House, Westcotes Drive, Leicester LE3 0QU
*
∗Correspondence
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Abstract

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Aims and method

A tertiary assessment package was set up for the more equivocal cases of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) who present with problems of inattention, impulsivity and overactivity. The structure of the three-day package was discussed, with an analysis of our experience in assessing 12 children using the pilot project. The package and Its use in clinical practice are presented.

Results

The pilot project described can be modified into a two-day package.

Clinical implications

Assessment of ADHD conducted in multiple settings inherently has many advantages over single clinic assessment. We suggest that such an assessment protocol can be conducted cost effectively.

Type
Original Papers
Information
Psychiatric Bulletin , Volume 23 , Issue 7: The Journal of Trends in Psychiatric Practice , July 1999 , pp. 421 - 424
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Copyright
Copyright © 1999 The Royal College of Psychiatrists

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