ADHD and Bipolar Disorder in Children

For this week’s main post, all group members should review the other projects and provide constructive feedback to at least 1 classmate in another group.

DQ2 ADHD and Bipolar Disorder in Children         

Reminder: For this forum, you only need to make a main post by Wednesday at 11:59 PM. Please answer Part A and Part B. Reply posts are not required for this forum.

Part A

Based on the unit resources, do you believe that ADHD is merely a behavioral disorder, or do you believe there is an underlying neurological component?  Do you believe medication should be prescribed for children with ADHD?  If you were charged with developing an intervention (treatment/behavioral) plan for a child with ADHD, what components would you include in your plan? Support your positions with cited resources.

Part B

Bipolar disorder is becoming increasingly diagnosed in children.  What is bipolar disorder in children? How does it differ behaviorally and neurologically from bipolar disorder in adults? If you were charged with developing an intervention (treatment/behavioral) plan for a child with Bipolar disorder, what components would you include in your plan?  Incorporate the research findings from the readings and your own research to support your position.

DQ3  Course Reflection                

After having the opportunity to complete the course, what topic particularly caught your interest and what do you want to know more about?  In thinking about your future classes and career, explain how this class was of benefit to you. Thank you and good luck on your educational journey!

Note: Participation is encouraged, but not required. You have until Sunday at 11:59 PM to participate.