Common diagnoses
Difficulty focusing, impulsive behavior, and hyperactivity.
What is ADHD?
Increase focus and decrease impulsivity.
What is a stimulant?
ADHD med
What is Adderall or Ritalin?
Stimulant medication
What is restlessness, anxiety, decreased appetite, irritability, mood swings and headache or stomachache?
Medical person
Who is the School nurse?
Excessive worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating
What is Anxiety?
Regulate mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety/depression
What is an antidepressent?
Antidepressant
What is Zoloft or Prozac?
Antidepressant
What is Drowsiness or fatigue.Changes in appetite or weight. Increased anxiety initially (may subside with time), Nausea or stomach issues. Risk of suicidal thoughts in young people (especially in the first few weeks?
Online
Mood swings from extreme highs to lows.
What is Bipolar Disorder?
Manage symptoms like aggression or mood instability.
What is an antipsychotic?
What is Strattera?
Antipsychotic
What is Weight gain or changes in metabolism.. Drowsiness or sedation, increased risk of diabetes or high cholesterol, Movement disorders (e.g., tremors or stiffness)?
Paperwork
What is a medication paperwork handout?
Difficulty reading, writing, or with math concepts.
What is a learning disability?
Reduce excessive anxiety and nervousness.
What is an anti-anxiety med?
Anti-anxiety
What is Klonopin or Xanax?
Mood stabilizers
What is Weight gain, tremors, Risk of dehydration or kidney problems (Lithium). Drowsiness or dizziness, Nausea, vomiting, or stomach issues.
Training
What is workshops and training days?
Affects social interaction, communication, and behavior and can be mild to severe
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Prevent extreme mood swings between depression and mania.
What is a mood stabilizer?
Anti-psychotic
What is Risperdal or Seroquel?
What is Drowsiness or dizziness, Confusion or difficulty concentrating, Risk of dependency or addiction, Reduced coordination?
Educational person
Who is the case manager?