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NSG552 Psychopharmacology

Module 7 Discussion

Neuro developmental and Neuro cognitive Disorders

Please refer to the class list tab to see which group you belong in. It is simply a numerical standing based alphabetically. Count your standing from the top down. Class members 1-7 are in Group 1, 8-14 are in Group 2, and 15-20+ are Group 3. This is not a group project. You each post an individual response to the initial topic

Group 1: Discuss first line treatment options for ADHD. What symptoms do you treat first? Also discuss pharmacological considerations for individuals with co-morbid ADHD and tic disorder.

Group 2: Dementia is a term to describe a constellation of symptoms that includes memory impairment, deficits in language, recognition, motor function, or executive functioning. There are four types of dementia; Alzheimer's, Lewy body, Vascular, and Frontotemporal. Please outline the differences between these types and identify the subtypes of each.

Group 3: Please discuss treatments for dementia with an emphasis on cholinesterase inhibitors, NMDA antagonists, and outline psychopharmacological strategies for treating the behavioral symptoms of dementia.Post your initial response by Wednesday at midnight. Respond to at least one student with a different assigned DB question by Sunday at midnight. Both responses must be a minimum of 150 words, scholarly written, APA formatted, and referenced. A minimum of 2 scholarly references are required (other than your text). Refer to the Grading Rubric for Online Discussion in the Course Resource section.