Neurodevelopmental Disorders in the DSM-V: ADHD

Question 1

What is ADHD?

Answer 1

Neurodevelopmental disordser in which genetic and neurobiological factors play a central role.

Question 2

what are the DSM-V diagnostic criteria in children?

Answer 2

-Symptoms before age 12
-Display symptoms for at least 6 months
-Maladaptive & inconsistent with developmental level
-Must be pervasive (at least 2 settings)
-Must interfere with social, academic or work
-Cannot be explained by any other condition

Question 3

What are the 3 core symptoms of ADHD?

Answer 3

1. Inattention: Child exhibits significant inattention across multiple domains with no significant hyperactivity or impulsivity
   2.Impulsivity: Child exhibits adequate attentional control however presents with significant deficits with impulse control
   3.Hyperactivity: Child exhibits adequate attentional control, yet presents with increased activity level and dysregulation.

Question 4

What are the 3 components of attention?

Answer 4

1. Attentional capacity: # of info you can remember in a short time
2. Selective attention: ability to concentrate without distraction
3. Sustained attention: ability to maintain a persistent focus

Question 5

What are the 3 presentations of ADHD?

Answer 5

1. ADHD-I (Inattentive)
2. ADHD-HI (Hyperactive)
3. ADHD-C (Combined)