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Dose-response effects of methylphenidate on ecologically valid measures of academic performance and classroom behavior in adolescents with ADHD.

Author: AltenderferL, Baron-MyakC, BuksteinO, EvansS W, GnagyE M, GreinerA R, PelhamW E, SmithB H

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Overview

This study investigated the effects of methylphenidate on the academic performance and classroom behavior of adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Methylphenidate was found to have positive effects on academic measures, with the greatest benefit observed at the lowest dose.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
The effects of methylphenidate on the academic performance and classroom behavior of 45 adolescents with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder were studied. During a 6-week, placebo-controlled medication assessment in the context of a summer treatment program, participants received a double-blind...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1037//1064-1297.9.2.163

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Methylphenidate: A Guiding Oasis for ADHD in Adolescents

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), like a desert landscape with shifting sands, can make focusing on tasks and managing behavior challenging, particularly for adolescents. This study investigates the effects of methylphenidate, a medication commonly used to treat ADHD, on academic performance and classroom behavior in adolescents.

The research team, like a group of educators in a classroom, carefully analyzed the impact of methylphenidate on a group of adolescents with ADHD. Their findings, like a well-stocked oasis, revealed that methylphenidate could improve academic performance and classroom behavior, but the optimal dose varied depending on individual needs.

Methylphenidate: Finding the Right Dose for Each Student

This study, like a compass guiding educators through the desert of ADHD management, highlights the importance of personalized treatment approaches. The findings, like a well-mapped route, emphasize the need for careful dose adjustments based on individual responses to methylphenidate, ensuring the most effective outcomes for each student.

A Journey Through the Desert of ADHD: Finding a Path Towards Success

This study, like a refreshing spring in the desert, brings hope for adolescents with ADHD. The research suggests that methylphenidate, when used appropriately, can provide valuable support in navigating the challenges of ADHD, offering a smoother path towards academic success and improved classroom behavior.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This study, like a desert explorer seeking the best route for adolescents with ADHD, examines the effects of methylphenidate. The findings, like a well-stocked oasis, reveal that methylphenidate can be an effective tool for managing ADHD, but personalized dose adjustments, like navigating a complex terrain, are crucial for maximizing benefits and ensuring optimal outcomes.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2002-01-22
  2. Date Revised 2019-11-05
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

11518092

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1037//1064-1297.9.2.163

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Languages

English

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