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ADHD Flashcards

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Define Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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  • persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequently displayed and more severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is characterized by what 4 criteria? For how long?

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  1. inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity
    • 6 or more symptoms for at least 6 months
  2. symptoms present prior to age 12
  3. symptoms present in 2 or more settings
  4. clear evidence symptoms interfere with, or reduce quality of social, academic or occupational functioning
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what is the most common age of diagnosis for Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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  • elementary school aged children
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List the conditions that can co-occur in ADHD

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  • learning disorder
  • oppositional defiance disorder
  • conduct disorder
  • substance abuse
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List the pediatric scales that are used to rate Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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  • Vanderbilt Assessment scales: > 4 yo
  • Conners comprehensive behavior rating scales: okay for preschool age
  • ADHD rating scale IV: okay for preschool age
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List the adult scales that are used to rate Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

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  • ADHD self report scale (ASRS)
  • Conners adult ADHD rating scale (CAARS)
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be caused by a decrease in availability of what neurotransmitters in the cortex

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  • norepinephrine
  • dopamine
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treatment of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in preschool children (aged 4-5 yo)

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  1. behavior therapy is intial therapy
  2. medication only if needed
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treatment of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children > or = 6 yo

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  1. medication
  2. behavioral interventions added
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treatment of Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in adults

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  1. medication > psychotherapy
  2. atomoxetine if substance abuse is a concern
  3. antidepressants
  4. cognitive behavior therapy
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List the three stimulants that are used in Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder to increase release of dopamine and norepinephrine

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  • methylphenidate
  • dextroamphetamine
  • mixed amphetamine salts
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stimulates come in what two formulations

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  • short and long acting
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list side effects of stimulants

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  • appetite disturbance, weight loss
  • social withdrawal
  • irritability
  • nervousness
  • sleep disturbance
  • headache, abd pain
  • tics
  • contact dermatitis
  • Increased HR and BP
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MOA of Atomoxetine

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  • selective norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor
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When is Atomoxetine used

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  • used in tx of ADHD for people with h/o substance abuse
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side effects of Atomoxetine

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  • decreased appetite, weight loss
  • abd pain, N/V, dyspepsis
  • sleep disturbances
  • tics
  • severe liver injury
  • increase in suicidal thinking
  • cardiac risk
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what are the first line managment for ADHD

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  • stimulants
18
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List Functions of Norepinephrine

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  • mood, learning, memory
  • arousal, attention
  • appetite
19
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mania is associated with what level of NE release

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increased NE release

20
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Bipolar disorder is associated with what level of NE release

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  • increase and decrease in NE release
21
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caffeine increases release of what neurotransmitter which increases arousal/attention

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NE

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appetite suppression causes increased release of what neurotransmitter in the hypothalamus

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  • increase in NE
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Increased level of what neurotransmitter is associated with psychosis

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DA

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What syndromes are associated with disorders of Dopamine

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  • parkinsonism
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Tourettes syndrome
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Common pathway for substance based and behavioral addictions is associated with what neurotransmitter

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  • dopamine
    • DA system is basis for new anti-craving medications
26
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List the functions of Dopamine

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  • smooth movement
  • subjective experience of pleasure/reward

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