mental health/behavioural disorders

Question 1

what is first line therapy for childhood depression

Answer 1

psychotherapy

Question 2

3 clinical signs of ADHD

Answer 2

inattention
impulsivity
overactivity

Question 3

autism clinical presentation

Answer 3

lack of: 
- pretend play
- pointing out objects to another person
- social interest
- joint attention
- social play
delayed language development

Question 4

definition of anxiety

Answer 4

a fear response that is abnormal in either context or extent

Question 5

what is oppositional defiant disorder

Answer 5

childhood behavioural problem characterised by constant disobedience and hostility

Question 6

3 key features of ADHD and for how long do they have to be present for Dx

Answer 6

impulsivity, inattention and hyperactivity that interfere with at least 2 clinical situations that have been present for more then 6 months. Age less than 7

Question 7

management of ADHD

Answer 7

behavioural therapy - positive reinforce good behaviour
Education strategies
medications - stimulants (amphetamines, SNRI)

Question 8

definition of a learning difficulty

Answer 8

significant discrepancy between a child’s intellectual ability and their academic performance