Current Information On The Economic Costs Of Adhd

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY In this paper I tried to summarize the current information on the economic costs of ADHD, as well as evaluate possible economic benefits of treating this condition. It is a very well-known fact that ADHD is one of the most common chronic conditions prevalent in childhood and lots of money is spent on treating this disease. The associated burden of the disease and the costs incurred are analyzed in depth in this paper. Many therapies are available for both children and adults however Methylphenidate is currently considered to be the first- line of treatment, its cost-effectiveness in relation to other treatments is also evaluated. Finally few suggestions have been recommended which could be helpful in finding new ways such as better treatment techniques that are cost-effective and at the same time improve their quality of life. Table of Contents EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1 INTRODUCTION 3 PREVELANCE OF ADHD 3 Children Adolescents 3 Adults 3 ECONOMIC IMPACT OF ADHD 4 Disease Burden 4 ECONOMIC EVALUTATION OF ADHD ITS TREATMENT 4 Costs of ADHD 4 Direct Costs in Children: 4 Direct Costs in Adults: 5 Indirect Costs: 5 Available Treatments: 6 Pharmacotherapy and their Utilization: 6 Cost-Effectiveness of the treatment for ADHD: 7 CONCLUSION 8 SUGGESTIONS 9 WORKS CITED 10 INTRODUCTION ADHD is a very common neurodevelopment disorder of childhood. It is usually diagnosed in late childhood, around the age of seven by the teachers. The symptoms are typicalShow MoreRelatedEffects Of Adhd On Children And Adolescents With Adhd1543 Words   |  7 PagesADHD Treatment ADHD is not a curable condition but it is treatable, and treatment can begin at any age. The use of medication is the most common form of treatment. Stimulants are the best-known treatments and have been used for over 50 years (KidsHealth, n.d.). 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