ABSTRACT

The following have been used in treating ADHD but there are insuffient data to assess efficacy:

■ Clonidine. ■ Bupropion. ■ Guanfacine. ■ Venlafaxine (contraindicated in children and adolescents).

Autism

Background

■ Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder consisting of qualitative impairment of social functioning, communication and restricted, repetitive and stereotyped patterns of behaviour and interests.