ADHD

Question 1

What drug is used to manage ADHD and why?

Is it effective to use drug treatment for ADHD?

Answer 1

V. effective - multiple times more so than antibiotics

Methylphenidate (or …fetamine) - increases dopamine by blocking transporters (ADHD is linked to v.efficient dopamine removal)

Question 2

What is the triad of symptoms?

Answer 2

• Hyperactivity
• Impulsivity
• Inattention

HII

Question 3

How many symptoms do adults and kids have to have to be diagnosed?

Answer 3

Kids
- 6+ inattention AND/OR 6+ hyperactivity and impulsivity

Adults
- same apply but 5+

Question 4

Are the screening tools the same for adults and kids?

Answer 4

No different for both

Question 5

What is important to ask an adult who thinks they might have ADHD?

Answer 5

How is it impacting on their life - relationships, work, driving

Question 6

Drinking and smoking during pregnancy is a risk factor. T/F?

Answer 6

T

Question 7

Why do symptoms decrease as someone gets older?

Answer 7

The cortical thickens and the brain matures

Question 8

What part of the brain shows reduced activity in ADHD?

Answer 8

The frontal lobe