“ADHD in Older Adults: Clinical Guidance and Implications” [Video Replay & Podcast #499]
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Episode Description
ADHD, and its presence in adults over the age of 50, has been explored in international research for the last 15 years. While newly recognized by specialists in clinical practice, ADHD is rarely considered in the diagnostic evaluation of older adults complaining of cognitive symptoms. This webinar will discuss the emerging research and the diagnostic process for evaluating older adults with possible ADHD and distinguishing it from other disorders.
The evaluation and treatment of older adults with ADHD is unique because of coexisting psychiatric and medical illnesses that can exacerbate inattention, distractibility, and disorganization. Both medications and individualized psychotherapies are effective at reducing symptoms, diminishing impairments, and improving quality of life. However, the consideration for medication is complicated by the presence of other conditions, especially cardiac disease. Emerging research suggests that ADHD is a risk factor for dementia. Therefore, the evaluation process is critical in distinguishing the different diagnostic possibilities that explain a patient’s cognitive complaints so that effective treatment options are offered.
In this webinar, you will learn:
- How we know that ADHD continues in older adults over age 50
- How ADHD is distinguished from other medical and psychiatric explanations
- About the latest findings on ADHD’s possible association with dementia
- Which treatment options work to improve daily functional ability
- How ADHD medications can be prescribed safely to older adults
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ADHD in Older Adults: More Resources
- Download: What Your Doctor Needs to Know About ADHD in Older Adults
- Read: “I Feared I Had Alzheimer’s. It Turns Out It Was Undiagnosed ADHD.”
- Read: First-Ever Adult ADHD Guidelines Forthcoming
- Replay: The Science Behind Diagnosing and Treating ADHD in Older Adults with Dr. David Goodman
Obtain a Certificate of Attendance
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Meet the Expert Speaker
David W. Goodman, M.D., LFAPA, is an Assistant Professor in psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and a Clinical Associate Professor at the State University of New York- Upstate. Recognized as an internationally recognized expert on ADHD in adults, Dr. Goodman has been a principal investigator for ADHD clinical trials, authored 30-plus peer-reviewed scientific publications and presented over 750 lectures to clinicians and the public. His commentary has been covered by the Wall Street Journal and CNN. He is a consultant to the NFL and Olympic level athletes. Now, he is instrumental in the development of the first U.S. clinical guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in adults. For more information, visit ADDadult.com or MyADHDFoundation.org.
Listener Testimonials
“Excellent to hear the research. Dr. Goodman is easy to listen to and learn from.”
“A wonderful listening experience. It’s always refreshing to hear experts talk about something that is often dismissed or given the usual eye roll or stigma.”
“Brilliant presentation today and masterful management of relevant Q&A!”
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