Developmental Psychopathology Flashcards
Where does diathesis-stress come from?
Genetic and environmental stresses are the two types
What are the three types of ADHD?
1) Inattentive (usually seen in girls)
2) hyperactive/impulsive
3) combined
What are the O and C stand for in OCD?
O stands for Obsession, while C stands for compulsion
Why DMDD is added to the DSM-V?
It is because there was overdiagnosis of bipolar disorder
What does not cause autism that is not backed by research?
Research does not back up the vaccines
What is a disorder that has a manic episode?
Bipolar 1 disorder
What is the most common symptom of depression in children?
Irritability is the most common
How intense and often do children feel anxiety?
They are more intensely, but not necessarily more often
What are the diagnostic criteria for OCD and ADD symptoms?
People with OCD tend to have obsessive thoughts, which they try to prevent by engaging in repetitive rituals, or compulsions. In contrast, a person with ADHD typically presents with excessive hyperactivity and impulsivity and difficulty focusing on one task at a time.
How long the symptoms of OCD and ADD last?
It needs to last more than an hour
Who do children typically include in their rituals at home?
Their parents are children’s rituals at home.
SIFT from Whole Brain Child
Sensation, Images, Feelings, and Thoughts
Why is treatment for ADHD controversial in the 80s and 90s?
During the 1980s and 1990s rise in stimulant use, generated lots of controversy
What are the most effective treatments for OCD?
Exposure response prevention is the most effective treatment.
What is the age range for DMDD?
Age 6 is the first number to be diagnosed, and get diagnosed before age 18.
