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Center for Disease Control and Prevention- helpful information can be found @ (http: //www, cdc. gov/ncbddd/adhd/treatment.html)
What are your thoughts on medicating a student with ADHD after reviewing the treatment information? Do you feel that medication is an appropriate intervention for students with attention difficulties? Why or Why not? What types of accommodations may prove to be an effective replacement?

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Center for Disease Control and Prevention- helpful information can be found @ (http: //www, cdc. gov/ncbddd/adhd/treatment.html)
What are your thoughts on medicating a student with ADHD after reviewing the treatment information? Do you feel that medication is an appropriate intervention for students with attention difficulties? Why or Why not? What types of accommodations may prove to be an effective replacement?

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Based on the site, it seems that medication would be the first option but in reality it probably should only be used in some of the cases. While medication may be necessary for extreme cases, it may not help all ...

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