AAP News Vol. 14 No. 7 July 1998, p. 12
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Know your community resources, encourage persistence: Strategies to help teen with a preliminary diagnosis of ADHD

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A teen recently presented as a new patient to our clinic. My examination revealed possible signs of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). I talked with the adolescent and the adolescent's family, then followed up with screening tests that confirmed my initial impression. I would like to seek further evaluation from an appropriate specialist. What type of consultant should I seek out?

There are two aspects to consider in confirming your preliminary diagnosis of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. The teen should complete appropriate psychoeducational tests and also should be evaluated to rule out other conditions and determine whether other problems are present in addition to ADHD.