CO-MORBIDITY; ADHD

Children can be diagnosed as having ADHD when he/she has at least __ symptoms which persisted for at least __ months

                              

• 6 ; 6

• 5 ; 12

• 6 ; 12

 _____ refers to multiple disorders within one individual.

• Co-morbidity

• ADHD

• SLD

What are the 2 categories of symptoms looked at when evaluating ADHD?

• Hyperactivity & Impulsivity

• Inattention & Hyperactivity/Impulsivity

• Inattention & Energy Levels

ADHD tends to run in families.

• True

• False

 

ADHD is more common among males than females.

• True

• False

The most common type of ADHD is ____

• Predominantly Inattentive Type

• Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type

• Combined Type

ADHD is believed to be caused by ______

• Heredity

• Structural differences in the brain

• Both

 

The key to supporting a student with ADHD is _____

• A good relationship with the parents

• Speaking loudly to them

• Letting them do what they want

Is Irresponsibility is ADHD?

• Yes

• No

ADHD is a Neurobiological disorder?

• False

• True