NU674-7 Unit 2 Discussion – ADHD Herzing

NU674-7 Unit 2 Discussion – ADHD Herzing

Discussion Prompt

ADHD is a highly publicized and controversial topic in healthcare in general and our educational settings today. Pick two of the questions below to discuss in-depth, remembering to support your opinions with scholarly research. 

1. What are the reasons for an increase in the prevalence of ADHD diagnosis? (consider knowledge, public awareness, lack of exercise, lack of recess, nutrition, etc. 
2. How do you differentiate between a normally active child and a child who has ADHD? 
3. Who are the useful informants for a doctor diagnosing a child who may have ADHD and why? 
4. What non-pharmacological treatment has been useful in treating children with ADHD? 
5. What are the long-term effects on the brain of children who have used medication for ADHD? What are the possible long-term benefits and negative impacts of those medications? 

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis, and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with in-text citations and corresponding references in APA format.

Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

Discussion Peer/Participation Prompt

Please respond to at least 2 of your peer’s posts with substantive comments using the following steps:

• Substantive comments add to the discussion and provide your fellow students with information that will enhance the learning environment.
• References and citations should conform to APA standards.
• Remember: Please respect the opinions of others, even if their views differ. In other words, disagree professionally and respectfully.
• Plagiarism is never acceptable – give credit when credit is due – cite your sources.

Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis, and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.

Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with in-text citations and corresponding references in APA format.

Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria. Collaboration points will be forfeited if you fail to meet the response post guidelines.

Estimated time to complete: 1 hour