Child and adolescent mental health Flashcards
How common is autism?
more severe - 10 in 10000
widest possible spectrum - 1 in 100
Is autism more common in boys or girls?
Boys:Girls
4:1
What are is the persistent triad of deficits in autism?
Socialisation
Communication
Repetition behaviour
What is the cause of autism?
Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social factors affect how problem presents and how patient cope with it
What is the prevalence of ADHD?
1-5%
Is ADHD more common in boys or girls?
Boys:girls
3:1
When does ADHD present?
Its onset is <7 years
What is are the core symptoms of ADHD?
Inattention
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity
Maladaptive and inconsistent with child’s developmental level
MUST BE PERSISTENT IN 1 OR MORE SETTING - home and school
What are the different causes of ADHD?
Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social
What is the prevalence of dyslexia?
most severe - 4%
widest definition - 10%
Is dyslexia more common in boys or girls?
Boys:girls
4:1
When does dyslexia present?
at any age
What is dyslexia?
Persistent difficulties in processing and producing written material out of keeping with the persons ability
What are the different causes of dyslexia?
Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social
How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? BIO
less common as first line
depression in adolescents - fluoxetine
hyperactivity in children - stimulants retiling or atomoxetine
How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? PSYCH
CBT
Family therapy
Parenting courses
How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? SOCIAL
Link to wider network especially education (special needs
When can children make decisions about their care?
After the age of 16 it is legally presumed that people can make decisions about their care
Is there any age restriction for the MHA or the MCA?
There is no age restriction for the MHA
MCA only apples to people over the age of 16
When can you break confidentiality regarding a child or young person?
When there is an overriding public interest in the disclosure
When you judge that the disclosure is in best interests of the child or young person who does not have maturity or understanding to make decision about decision
When disclosure is required by law
