ADHD Flashcards
When did ADHD rates increase by 123% in adults?
Between 2007 and 2016
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By how much did ADHD prescriptions increase from 2020 to 2022?
30%
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What did Dr. George Still describe ADHD symptoms as in 1902?
A morbid defect of moral control
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What are the three subtypes of ADHD according to the DSM?
Inattentive kind, impulsive kind, and a combination
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What is the ratio of ADHD diagnosis between men and women?
2:1
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What has ADHD research historically focused on?
Hyperactive little boys
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What is the historical focus of ADHD research according to Dr. Kathleen Nadeau?
Historically, research on ADHD has focused almost exclusively on hyperactive little boys.
What is the male to female ratio in ADHD research?
The male to female ratio in ADHD research is around 4 to 1.
What changes were made in the DSM-5 regarding the age threshold for ADHD symptoms?
What exactly does DSM stand for?
In the DSM-5, the threshold for when symptoms need to first appear was increased to 12 years old.
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
What is the link between ADHD and internet addiction?
There is a link between ADHD and internet addiction, but it is not a causal link.
Is there a link between ADHD and internet addiction?
Yes, there is a link between ADHD and internet addiction.
This is not a causal link, but rather if you have one, you’re more likely to have the other.
Can the internet induce symptoms similar to ADHD?
Yes, the internet can induce symptoms similar to ADHD which can appear in anyone.
These symptoms include struggles with attention and focus.
Will people with ADHD get better if they stop using the internet?
Even if a person with ADHD stops using the internet, it will not cure all of their symptoms.
ADHD shows that the definitions are constantly changing.
What is the concern about technology companies and healthcare companies?
The concern is that technology companies are fulfilling a role that healthcare companies should be doing.
Access to the full spectrum of treatments by qualified doctors is important.
Why is it difficult to control the use of certain terms?
It is difficult to control how and when people use certain terms, such as ADHD, which has been adopted into our vocabulary.
The path that leads to more people talking about mental health is more inclusive and likely to encourage investigation.
