Question 1

Students with ADHD generally find it easy to make and keep friends.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which characteristic do some authorities currently suggest should replace inattention as the primary deficit in ADHD?

Accepted Answer

A) hyperactivity 
B) behavioural inhibition 
C) aggressiveness 
D) subtle brain damage 
A) hyperactivity 
B) behavioural inhibition 
C) aggressiveness 
D) subtle brain damage

Question 3

The basal ganglia and cerebellum are responsible for

Accepted Answer

A) regulating one's own behaviour. 
B) executive functioning. 
C) coordination and control of motor behaviour. 
D) ability to pay attention. 
A) regulating one's own behaviour. 
B) executive functioning. 
C) coordination and control of motor behaviour. 
D) ability to pay attention.

Question 4

Criticisms of the use of Ritalin to treat symptoms of ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) the drug does not work for about a third of students with ADHD. 
B) the drug reflects an attempt by professional to keep children docile. 
C) the drug produces a number of unpleasant side effects. 
D) the drug often results in an increase of ADHD symptoms. 
A) the drug does not work for about a third of students with ADHD. 
B) the drug reflects an attempt by professional to keep children docile. 
C) the drug produces a number of unpleasant side effects. 
D) the drug often results in an increase of ADHD symptoms.

Question 5

According to the APA diagnostic criteria,a student can be diagnosed with ADHD if they exhibit some impairment from the symptoms

Accepted Answer

A) only at school. 
B) both at school and at home. 
C) while playing games and watching TV. 
D) in math and language arts class. 
A) only at school. 
B) both at school and at home. 
C) while playing games and watching TV. 
D) in math and language arts class.

Question 6

The use of psychostimulants for ADHD usually result in significant improvements of academic achievement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Myths that exist to explain hyperactivity or ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) consumption of sugary drinks. 
B) ingesting artificial food colouring. 
C) watching too much television 
D) exposure to high levels of methane. 
A) consumption of sugary drinks. 
B) ingesting artificial food colouring. 
C) watching too much television 
D) exposure to high levels of methane.

Question 8

Write a brief scenario describing a student's problem behaviour.Then,explain how a functional behavioural assessment (FBA)could be used to determine the "function" of the behaviour.Next,describe a contingency-based self-management plan that could be used to address the problem behaviour within the context of its apparent function.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary with elaboration on: F

Question 9

In contingency-based self-management,the "contingency" is usually a type of

Accepted Answer

A) punishment. 
B) reward. 
C) aversive. 
D) contract. 
A) punishment. 
B) reward. 
C) aversive. 
D) contract.

Question 10

Each of the following is a diagnostic criterion for ADHD EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) six or more symptoms persisting for at least six months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level. 
B) some impairment from symptoms in a least two settings. 
C) some symptoms causing impairment were present before three years of age. 
D) clear evidence of significant impairment in social,academic,or occupational functioning. 
A) six or more symptoms persisting for at least six months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level. 
B) some impairment from symptoms in a least two settings. 
C) some symptoms causing impairment were present before three years of age. 
D) clear evidence of significant impairment in social,academic,or occupational functioning.

Question 11

Most authorities in the area of ADHD are opposed to the use of Ritalin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Cautions for teachers regarding the prescription and use of medications to treat ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) teachers should not assume that medication will improve student's academic performance. 
B) teachers should not lead children to believe that medication is a substitute for self-responsibility. 
C) teachers should be aware of the possibility that children and their peers may abuse ADHD medications 
D) teachers should adjust the dosages of medication if they appear too high or too low. 
A) teachers should not assume that medication will improve student's academic performance. 
B) teachers should not lead children to believe that medication is a substitute for self-responsibility. 
C) teachers should be aware of the possibility that children and their peers may abuse ADHD medications 
D) teachers should adjust the dosages of medication if they appear too high or too low.

Question 13

Summarize what is known about the effectiveness of using psychostimulants,such as Ritalin,on ADHD symptoms.

Accepted Answer

The research is positive in Ritalin's ef

Question 14

Adults with ADHD are about 5 times as likely as the general population to abuse alcohol and to smoke cigarettes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Early intensive interventions for students with ADHD generally results in

Accepted Answer

A) improved behavioural functioning in the long-term. 
B) no changes in academic achievement in the long-term. 
C) limited academic improvement in the short-term. 
D) no changes in behavioural functioning in the short-term. 
A) improved behavioural functioning in the long-term. 
B) no changes in academic achievement in the long-term. 
C) limited academic improvement in the short-term. 
D) no changes in behavioural functioning in the short-term.

Question 16

Abilities needed to be successful in one's living environment (e.g. ,communication,self-care,social skills,and leisure)are called

Accepted Answer

A) functional skills. 
B) life skills. 
C) practical skills. 
D) adaptive skills. 
A) functional skills. 
B) life skills. 
C) practical skills. 
D) adaptive skills.

Question 17

All of the following are examples of behavioural inhibition EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) the ability to wait one's turn. 
B) refraining from interrupting in conversations. 
C) working for immediate gratification or short-term rewards. 
D) resisting potential distractions while working. 
A) the ability to wait one's turn. 
B) refraining from interrupting in conversations. 
C) working for immediate gratification or short-term rewards. 
D) resisting potential distractions while working.

Question 18

Samples taken from the population at-large indicate that girls outnumber boys with ADHD at a ratio of 3:1.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

ADHD can be diagnosed with a blood test.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Having persons keep track of their own behaviour and then receive consequences based on their behaviour is called

Accepted Answer

A) consequence-based self-monitoring. 
B) contingency-based functional assessment. 
C) contingency-based self-management. 
D) consequence-based self-management. 
A) consequence-based self-monitoring. 
B) contingency-based functional assessment. 
C) contingency-based self-management. 
D) consequence-based self-management.

Students with ADHD generally find it easy to make and keep friends.

Which characteristic do some authorities currently suggest should replace inattention as the primary deficit in ADHD?

The basal ganglia and cerebellum are responsible for

Criticisms of the use of Ritalin to treat symptoms of ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

According to the APA diagnostic criteria,a student can be diagnosed with ADHD if they exhibit some impairment from the symptoms

The use of psychostimulants for ADHD usually result in significant improvements of academic achievement.

Myths that exist to explain hyperactivity or ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

In contingency-based self-management,the "contingency" is usually a type of

Each of the following is a diagnostic criterion for ADHD EXCEPT

Most authorities in the area of ADHD are opposed to the use of Ritalin.

Cautions for teachers regarding the prescription and use of medications to treat ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

Summarize what is known about the effectiveness of using psychostimulants,such as Ritalin,on ADHD symptoms.

Adults with ADHD are about 5 times as likely as the general population to abuse alcohol and to smoke cigarettes.

Early intensive interventions for students with ADHD generally results in

Abilities needed to be successful in one's living environment (e.g. ,communication,self-care,social skills,and leisure)are called

All of the following are examples of behavioural inhibition EXCEPT

Samples taken from the population at-large indicate that girls outnumber boys with ADHD at a ratio of 3:1.

ADHD can be diagnosed with a blood test.

Having persons keep track of their own behaviour and then receive consequences based on their behaviour is called

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Students with ADHD generally find it easy to make and keep friends.

Which characteristic do some authorities currently suggest should replace inattention as the primary deficit in ADHD?

The basal ganglia and cerebellum are responsible for

Criticisms of the use of Ritalin to treat symptoms of ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

According to the APA diagnostic criteria,a student can be diagnosed with ADHD if they exhibit some impairment from the symptoms

The use of psychostimulants for ADHD usually result in significant improvements of academic achievement.

Myths that exist to explain hyperactivity or ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

In contingency-based self-management,the "contingency" is usually a type of

Each of the following is a diagnostic criterion for ADHD EXCEPT

Most authorities in the area of ADHD are opposed to the use of Ritalin.

Cautions for teachers regarding the prescription and use of medications to treat ADHD include all of the following EXCEPT

Summarize what is known about the effectiveness of using psychostimulants,such as Ritalin,on ADHD symptoms.

Adults with ADHD are about 5 times as likely as the general population to abuse alcohol and to smoke cigarettes.

Early intensive interventions for students with ADHD generally results in

Abilities needed to be successful in one's living environment (e.g. ,communication,self-care,social skills,and leisure)are called

All of the following are examples of behavioural inhibition EXCEPT

Samples taken from the population at-large indicate that girls outnumber boys with ADHD at a ratio of 3:1.

ADHD can be diagnosed with a blood test.

Having persons keep track of their own behaviour and then receive consequences based on their behaviour is called

Exceptionality and Special Education

Current Trends and Issues

Multicultural and Bilingual Aspects of Special Education

Parents and Families

Learners With Intellectual Disabilities

Learners With Learning Disabilities

Learners With Emotional or Behavioural Disorders

Learners With Communication Disorders

Learners Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Learners With Blindness or Low Vision

Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Learners With Low Incidence, Multiple, and Severe Exceptionalities

Learners With Physical Disabilities and Other Health Impairments

Learners With Special Gifts and Talents

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