Question 1

Identify and discuss the role of family and the environment in the development of ADHD. What, if any, of these factors can be prevented?

Accepted Answer

-No empirical link between family factors causing ADHD but may maintain or exacerbate ADHD
-Parental beliefs about ADHD can contribute to a destructive cycle of negative interpretations and blame as well as harsh parenting
-Maternal smoking, alcohol use, exposure to lead and stress
-Many of these factors can be minimized or prevented

Question 2

The authors of the text would most likely endorse which of the following statements regarding the validity of the diagnosis of ADHD in children?

Accepted Answer

A)  ADHD is clearly overdiagnosed, particularly in young boys and minority groups. 
B)  Parents often push for a diagnosis of ADHD rather than considering changes in parenting strategies. 
C)  A diagnosis of ADHD should be considered in light of what is developmentally appropriate for children. 
D)  The diagnosis of ADHD is often made too quickly and by individuals who are not qualified to make such a diagnosis. 
A)  ADHD is clearly overdiagnosed, particularly in young boys and minority groups. 
B)  Parents often push for a diagnosis of ADHD rather than considering changes in parenting strategies. 
C)  A diagnosis of ADHD should be considered in light of what is developmentally appropriate for children. 
D)  The diagnosis of ADHD is often made too quickly and by individuals who are not qualified to make such a diagnosis. C

Question 3

Describe the two-factor model of ADHD. Give examples of what this would look like in a first-grade child.

Accepted Answer

-Core characteristics - compromised functioning in two areas (inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity); child could have deficits in one or both of these areas
-For a first-grade student, must take into consideration the tasks that are developmentally appropriate and expected. These could include academic tasks (starting to read, write, simple math, etc.), social tasks (learning to get along with others), learning to control emotions and behaviors (stopping behavior when not appropriate, calming down), controlling body (sitting in seat, standing in line, keeping hands to self), etc.

Question 4

The authors of the text would assert that differential diagnoses are important for which of the following reasons?

Accepted Answer

A)  An accurate diagnosis leads to more effective funding sources. 
B)  Researchers must be able to recruit a child with a specific diagnosis to participate in research. 
C)  An accurate diagnosis can lead to more effective interventions. 
D)  Diagnosticians must agree on a specific diagnosis in order to access appropriate educational services. 
A)  An accurate diagnosis leads to more effective funding sources. 
B)  Researchers must be able to recruit a child with a specific diagnosis to participate in research. 
C)  An accurate diagnosis can lead to more effective interventions. 
D)  Diagnosticians must agree on a specific diagnosis in order to access appropriate educational services.

Question 5

A child with ADHD exhibits behaviors that most other children exhibit but differ in terms of ________, ________, and degree of impairment.

Accepted Answer

frequency;

Question 6

Describe how children with ADHD might be at risk for developing substance abuse in adolescence.

Accepted Answer

-Research has shown that while concerns

Question 7

Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the connection between substance abuse and ADHD?

Accepted Answer

A)  ADHD leads to substance abuse. 
B)  Adults who abuse substances are more likely to have displayed symptoms of ADHD in childhood. 
C)  Adolescents and adults with ADHD are more at risk of abusing substances if their symptoms of ADHD are not properly treated. 
D)  Adults with ADHD are more likely to crave substances that mimic the effects of stimulant medication. 
A)  ADHD leads to substance abuse. 
B)  Adults who abuse substances are more likely to have displayed symptoms of ADHD in childhood. 
C)  Adolescents and adults with ADHD are more at risk of abusing substances if their symptoms of ADHD are not properly treated. 
D)  Adults with ADHD are more likely to crave substances that mimic the effects of stimulant medication.

Question 8

The ability to control one's own behavior, emotions, and thoughts is known as _________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ability to control one's own behavior,...

Question 9

Research has clearly shown that environmental factors have a causal, not correlational, relationship with the development of ADHD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The core deficits identified in ADHD exist in two dimensions known as ________ and ________.

Accepted Answer

inattentio

Question 11

Summarize the research data on the use of central nervous system stimulants in the treatment of ADHD.

Accepted Answer

-Controversial treatment particularly wi

Question 12

Define executive functioning and provide two examples of the ways executive functioning is impaired in children diagnosed with ADHD.

Accepted Answer

-Definition - cognitive processes that e

Question 13

The model that proposes that ADHD is caused by many genes is known as the ________ model.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The model that proposes that ADHD is...

Question 14

Discuss the major findings of the Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, particularly as it relates to effective intervention.

Accepted Answer

-The MTA Cooperative Group Study was con

Question 15

Recent research has shown that ADHD is a disorder promoted by pharmaceutical companies and limited to Western countries.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Children who display signs of inattentiveness and impulsivity could be diagnosed with depression or generalized anxiety disorder instead of ADHD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The three kinds of impairments observed in early emerging ADHD include developmental delays, ________, and _________.

Accepted Answer

academic or preacade

Question 18

Describe three ways in which ADHD may impact an elementary school-aged child's ability to resolve the developmental challenges experienced by all children.

Accepted Answer

-Developmental tasks
-self-regulation (p

Question 19

Describe one of the developmental pathways for the course of ADHD and identify points where intervention might be especially useful.

Accepted Answer

-Developmental delay - gradual improveme

Question 20

Logan's pediatrician is considering a diagnosis of ADHD. In order for this to be a possibility, Logan must be exhibiting behaviors that are atypical in ________, ________ and ________.

Accepted Answer

frequency,

Identify and discuss the role of family and the environment in the development of ADHD. What, if any, of these factors can be prevented?

The authors of the text would most likely endorse which of the following statements regarding the validity of the diagnosis of ADHD in children?

Describe the two-factor model of ADHD. Give examples of what this would look like in a first-grade child.

The authors of the text would assert that differential diagnoses are important for which of the following reasons?

A child with ADHD exhibits behaviors that most other children exhibit but differ in terms of , , and degree of impairment.

Describe how children with ADHD might be at risk for developing substance abuse in adolescence.

Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the connection between substance abuse and ADHD?

The ability to control one's own behavior, emotions, and thoughts is known as _________.

Research has clearly shown that environmental factors have a causal, not correlational, relationship with the development of ADHD.

The core deficits identified in ADHD exist in two dimensions known as and .

Summarize the research data on the use of central nervous system stimulants in the treatment of ADHD.

Define executive functioning and provide two examples of the ways executive functioning is impaired in children diagnosed with ADHD.

The model that proposes that ADHD is caused by many genes is known as the ________ model.

Discuss the major findings of the Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, particularly as it relates to effective intervention.

Recent research has shown that ADHD is a disorder promoted by pharmaceutical companies and limited to Western countries.

Children who display signs of inattentiveness and impulsivity could be diagnosed with depression or generalized anxiety disorder instead of ADHD.

The three kinds of impairments observed in early emerging ADHD include developmental delays, , and _.

Describe three ways in which ADHD may impact an elementary school-aged child's ability to resolve the developmental challenges experienced by all children.

Describe one of the developmental pathways for the course of ADHD and identify points where intervention might be especially useful.

Logan's pediatrician is considering a diagnosis of ADHD. In order for this to be a possibility, Logan must be exhibiting behaviors that are atypical in , and .

Introduction

Models of Child Development, Psychopathology, and Treatment

Principles and Practices of Developmental Psychopathology

Classification, Assessment and Diagnosis, and Intervention

Disorders of Early Development

Disorders of Attachment

Intellectual Developmental Disorder and Learning Disorders

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder

Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicidality

Maltreatment, and Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders

Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Eating Disorders

Filters

Exam 9: Attention Deficithyperactivity Disorder

Identify and discuss the role of family and the environment in the development of ADHD. What, if any, of these factors can be prevented?

The authors of the text would most likely endorse which of the following statements regarding the validity of the diagnosis of ADHD in children?

Describe the two-factor model of ADHD. Give examples of what this would look like in a first-grade child.

The authors of the text would assert that differential diagnoses are important for which of the following reasons?

A child with ADHD exhibits behaviors that most other children exhibit but differ in terms of ________, ________, and degree of impairment.

Describe how children with ADHD might be at risk for developing substance abuse in adolescence.

Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the connection between substance abuse and ADHD?

The ability to control one's own behavior, emotions, and thoughts is known as _________.

Research has clearly shown that environmental factors have a causal, not correlational, relationship with the development of ADHD.

The core deficits identified in ADHD exist in two dimensions known as ________ and ________.

Summarize the research data on the use of central nervous system stimulants in the treatment of ADHD.

Define executive functioning and provide two examples of the ways executive functioning is impaired in children diagnosed with ADHD.

The model that proposes that ADHD is caused by many genes is known as the ________ model.

Discuss the major findings of the Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, particularly as it relates to effective intervention.

Recent research has shown that ADHD is a disorder promoted by pharmaceutical companies and limited to Western countries.

Children who display signs of inattentiveness and impulsivity could be diagnosed with depression or generalized anxiety disorder instead of ADHD.

The three kinds of impairments observed in early emerging ADHD include developmental delays, ________, and _________.

Describe three ways in which ADHD may impact an elementary school-aged child's ability to resolve the developmental challenges experienced by all children.

Describe one of the developmental pathways for the course of ADHD and identify points where intervention might be especially useful.

Logan's pediatrician is considering a diagnosis of ADHD. In order for this to be a possibility, Logan must be exhibiting behaviors that are atypical in ________, ________ and ________.

Introduction

Models of Child Development, Psychopathology, and Treatment

Principles and Practices of Developmental Psychopathology

Classification, Assessment and Diagnosis, and Intervention

Disorders of Early Development

Disorders of Attachment

Intellectual Developmental Disorder and Learning Disorders

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Oppositional Defiant Disorder and Conduct Disorder

Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Somatic Symptom Disorders

Mood Disorders and Suicidality

Maltreatment, and Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders

Substance Use and Addictive Disorders

Eating Disorders

Filters

A child with ADHD exhibits behaviors that most other children exhibit but differ in terms of , , and degree of impairment.

The core deficits identified in ADHD exist in two dimensions known as and .

The three kinds of impairments observed in early emerging ADHD include developmental delays, , and _.

Logan's pediatrician is considering a diagnosis of ADHD. In order for this to be a possibility, Logan must be exhibiting behaviors that are atypical in , and .