Parents' Decision-Making Process in Medication Administration for Control of Hyperactivity.

Slimmer, Lynda W.; Brown, Ronald T.

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ERIC Number: EJ322901

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1985

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Parents' Decision-Making Process in Medication Administration for Control of Hyperactivity.

Slimmer, Lynda W.; Brown, Ronald T.

Journal of School Health, v55 n6 p221-25 Aug 1985

This study investigated the efficacy of an intervention strategy designed to diminish the ambivalence parents experience when deciding to place a hyperactive child on stimulant medication. Results are discussed and interpreted to suggest the importance of health care professionals in the school. (Author/MT)

Descriptors: Elementary Education, Hyperactivity, Parent Conferences, Parent Counseling, School Health Services, Stimulants

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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