Exam 6: Students With Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder

ADHD is a is a developmental impairment of _______________________________,that is,the ability to comprehend,monitor,and direct one's cognition in order to achieve goals.

Each of the following is TRUE of students with ADHD EXCEPT:

Determining whether a child meets the criteria for ADHD is a collaborative effort among parents,school personnel,and doctors.How does the classroom teacher contribute to the assessment process?

Which group of students is the least likely to be given medication for ADHD?

Praxis Style Questions -Mr.Tucker is at the end of his rope with his son Alfonzo.Alfonzo was identified as having ADHD in elementary school and is now beginning his freshman year in high school.In addition to having ADHD,Alfonzo also has emotional and behavior disorders that include violent outbursts followed by prolonged periods of withdrawal.Mr.Tucker is a single dad and has very little assistance with Alfonzo outside of the school.As a professional,what would be the BEST recommendation you could provide for Mr.Tucker to assist him with Alfonzo?

Which of the following statements is true regarding parents and assessment for ADHD?