Making Sense of ADHD

1. True or False: ADHD is a purely genetic condition and cannot be influenced by environmental factors.

True

False

2. True or False: Medication is the only effective treatment for ADHD in children.

True

False

3. What does ADHD stand for?

Attention Disorder and Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention Developmental Hyperactive Disorder

Active Developmental Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

4. Which of the following is NOT one of the core symptoms of ADHD?

Hyperactivity

Impulsivity

Distractibility

Depression

HD is most commonly diagnosed in which age group?

Infants

Adolescents

Adults

School aged children

6. True or False: ADHD affects boys more frequently than girls.

True

False

7. Which of the following is a common comorbidity (co-occurring condition) with ADHD in children?

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Osteoporosis

Hypertension

Hypothyroidism

8. What is the first-line treatment for ADHD in younger children, often recommended before medication?

Sensory Integration Therapy

Herbal supplements

Physical Therapy

Dietary changes

9. Which neurotransmitter is believed to play a key role in the development of ADHD symptoms?

Serotonin

Dopamine

GABA

Acetylcholine

10. What is the purpose of an ADHD assessment?

To assess IQ

To form a diagnosis

To prescribe medication

To determine the child's favourite activities.

11. True or False: Children with ADHD always perform poorly academically.

True

False

12. Which of the following is NOT a subtype of ADHD?

Predominantly Inattentive Presentation

Predominantly Hyperactive Presentation

Combined Presentation

Compulsive Presentation

13. In order to be diagnosed with ADHD, symptoms must be present for at least how long?

2 weeks

6 weeks

2 months

6 months

14. What is a common side effect of stimulant medications used to treat ADHD?

Appetite suppression

Sleepiness

Bladder infections

Flu like symptoms

15. True or False: Parents play a crucial role in the management and treatment of ADHD in children.

True

False

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