ADHD Flashcards
1
Q
3 core symptoms?
A
inattention, impulsive, hyperactive
2
Q
co morbidities?
A
attachment issues, anxiety/mood, social. LD, behavioural disorders, substance use
3
Q
high rates of?
A
crime, substance misuse, psychiatric disorder
4
Q
Diagnosis?
A
parent/ school reports, screening qs (SDQ DAWBA), structured diagnostic questionaires
5
Q
1st line treatment
A
parent training, behavioural management strategies
6
Q
2nd line therapy
A
sleep and diet
7
Q
3rd line is research
A
y
8
Q
1st line medication (3)
A
methyl phenidate (ritalin), dexamphetamine, lisdexamphetamine
9
Q
side effects - sleep apetite. three others?
A
dysphoria, anxiety, tics (DAT)
10
Q
2nd line med?
A
atomoxetine
11
Q
3rd line ?
A
anti hypertensives, psychotics and depressives (3 antis phd)
