Adult ADHD for the Primary Care Physician

Learning Objectives:

At the end of this presentation, participants should be able to:

• Identify the presenting features and diagnostic considerations for diagnosis of ADHD in adult patients including medical differential diagnosis
• Explore pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment options, with special consideration of patient comorbidities and social factors
• Appreciate challenges in treatment of complex populations, including assessment of comorbid substance use disorders

Accreditation Statement:  This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The South Carolina Osteopathic Medical Society (SCOMS) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

Grievance Statement:The SCOMS strives to provide continuing medical education programs to fulfill the needs of the attendees and to meet the AOA Uniform Guidelines and AOA Accreditation Requirements. Comments, questions, or complaints should be forwarded to SCOMS Executive Director Tammy Whaley, by calling the SCOMS Office at 864-327-9995 or by mail to SCOMS, 350 Howard Street, Spartanburg, SC 29303 or by email to tammy@scdos.org. 

Disclosure Statement: Dr. Ridpath has no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this program or presentation.