final exam: gender differences in disorders

Question 1

Depression

Answer 1

-No differences until puberty, females more at risk
-Symptoms presentations are similar

Question 2

Adhd

Answer 2

-6:1 ratio
-MORE IN boys on the hyperactivity -impulsivity side presented
-Girls ADHD usually goes unrecognized unreported
-Girls better at masking
-Girls more inattentive and disorganized if it’s impulsive and hyper, may lead to eating DO

Question 3

Eating disorders

Answer 3

-more common in girls
-not often boys but if it is typically extreme gym routine and diet

Question 4

Anxiety

Answer 4

Higer rates in girls

Question 5

Conduct Problems

Answer 5

-2-4 x higher in boys
-Early symptoms for boys is aggressive and theft
-Early symptoms girls is sexual misbehaviors

Question 6

Trauma and stress

Answer 6

-Feelings of powerlessness and betrayal are internalized
-Maltreated girls show internalized signs of distress
-Maltreated boys show verbal and physical aggression

Question 7

Substance Abuse

Answer 7

No gender differences