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Question: Olivia is worried that her 8-year-old daughter, Demica, has been recommended by her teacher for medication for ADHD. Olivia reports that Demica was diagnosed with ADHD in kindergarten and her teachers have always

15 Oct 2022,1:07 AM

 

Olivia is worried that her 8-year-old daughter, Demica, has been recommended by her teacher for medication for ADHD. Olivia reports that Demica was diagnosed with ADHD in kindergarten and her teachers have always worked with her on behavior plans within the classroom and that Demica struggles, but has maintained her grades. Since she started second grade, however, Demica has been struggling more recently than before. Her teacher reports that the other children do not want to play with her, that she consistently interrupts the class, and is easily distracted. Last week was a particularly bad week and she was sent to the office twice for interrupting her teacher and being "rude and disruptive." Olivia is seeking guidance and recommendations on how to help her daughter. For this, we consider medicating children with psychiatric prescriptions.

Address the ​‌‍‍‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‌‌‍‍‌‍‍‌‌‍​following: Be sure to use headings and answer the following:

1. Would you include medication as part of the treatment plan for Demica?

2. Discuss why you would or would not recommend medication. Include at least one reference defending your decision.

3. Apply at least one ethical consideration while considering recommending psychiatric medication for children and adolescents. Include at least one reference that supports your application.

4. Discuss how you would address this ethical dilemma.

Requirements: Length: minimum 275 words APA 7th edition, 12 point, times roman Cite: minimum of 2 scholarly sources **Be sure to reference the answers in relation to Demica (the child in the scenario)**

Expert answer

 

Would you include medication as part of the treatment plan for Demica?

Yes, I would include medication as part of the treatment plan for Demica. Medication can be very effective in treating the symptoms of ADHD and can help Demica to focus more in class and interact better with her classmates. I would work closely with Demica's teacher to monitor her progress on medication and make sure that it is having the desired effect. If Demica is struggling with side effects or the medication is not working well, we can consider other options such as behavioral therapy.

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