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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