Psychotropic Drugs and Learning Problems--A Selective Review.

Aman, Michael G.

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ERIC Number: EJ223970

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Publication Date: 1980-Feb

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Psychotropic Drugs and Learning Problems--A Selective Review.

Aman, Michael G.

Journal of Learning Disabilities, v13 n2 p87-97 Feb 1980

Research relating to drug effects on academic attainment in children with pronounced learning problems is reviewed. Laboratory studies on the use of stimulants, antidepressants, and antipsychotics are surveyed. Problems with diagnosis are considered and the relationship of drugs and learning disabilities is discussed. (PHR)

Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Clinical Diagnosis, Drug Therapy, Exceptional Child Research, Followup Studies, Learning Problems, Literature Reviews, Stimulants

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Language: English

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