ADHD - attention deficit hyperactive disorder

Question 1

__________ is characterized by:

Difficulty completing tasks that require focused attention
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity

Answer 1

ADHD is characterized by:

Difficulty completing tasks that require focused attention
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity

Question 2

Characteristics of __________ in ADHD:

Appears careless in schoolwork and activities at home
Easily distracted
Forgetful
Avoids or dislikes engaging in tasks

Answer 2

Characteristics of INATTENTION in ADHD:

Appears careless in schoolwork and activities at home
Easily distracted
Forgetful
Avoids or dislikes engaging in tasks

Question 3

Characteristics of __________ in ADHD:

Fidgety, squirms in seat
Has difficulty in playing quietly
Talks excessively

Answer 3

Characteristics of HYPERACTIVITY in ADHD:

Fidgety, squirms in seat
Has difficulty in playing quietly
Talks excessively

Question 4

Characteristics of __________ in ADHD:

Poor impulse control
Difficulty waiting for turn
Interrupts conversations

Answer 4

Characteristics of IMPULSIVITY in ADHD:

Poor impulse control
Difficulty waiting for turn
Interrupts conversations

Question 5

What is the 1st line treatment in ADHD:

Answer 5

Stimulant medications are the FIRST line treatment in ADHD

Question 6

Which statement demonstrates that a parent understands the diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?

“My child will never be able to graduate or go to college but may be able to learn a vocational skill.”

“My child’s performance will improve in a structured setting that provides rewards for appropriate behavior.”

“Nothing is wrong with my child. The school has not provided qualified teachers and classroom settings.”

“My child is just going through a stage. This problem will go away with time.”

Answer 6

Which statement demonstrates that a parent understands the diagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder?

“My child’s performance will improve in a structured setting that provides rewards for appropriate behavior.”

Question 7

Which child would be most difficult to diagnose for a neurodevelopmental disorder?

3 year old
5 year old
8 year old
12 year old

Answer 7

Which child would be most difficult to diagnose for a neurodevelopmental disorder?

3 year old