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Abnormal Psychology: Disorders Diagnosed in Infancy, Childhood, and Adolescence

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Which category of childhood disorders predominantly manifest with outward-directed behaviors?

Behavioral disorders

Externalizing disorders (correct)

Internalizing disorders

Cognitive disorders

Which of the following is an example of an externalizing disorder?

Bipolar disorder

Anxiety disorder

Conduct disorder (correct)

Eating disorder

What are some common symptoms of externalizing disorders?

Memory problems and cognitive deficits

Withdrawn behavior and social isolation

Excessive worry and fear

Overactivity and impulsiveness (correct)

According to Erik Erikson, what forms a substratum in the mind of every adult?

Smallness Signup and view all the answers

Which quote is attributed to Erik Erikson in the given text?

"A sense of smallness forms a substratum in his mind" Signup and view all the answers

What are the predominant behaviors associated with internalizing disorders?

Social withdrawal, depression, and anxiety Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a symptom commonly seen in children with ADHD?

Refusal to go to school Signup and view all the answers

What is the most frequently diagnosed mental health illness among children in the United States?

ADHD Signup and view all the answers

Among preadolescent boys, what age is ADHD frequently diagnosed before?

8 years of age Signup and view all the answers

What problems do children with ADHD commonly face in relation to their academic functioning?

Poor overall academic functioning and learning disabilities Signup and view all the answers

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Externalizing Disorders

Externalizing disorders predominantly manifest with outward-directed behaviors
Examples of externalizing disorders include oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder, and ADHD.
Common symptoms of externalizing disorders include aggression, impulsivity, defiance, and noncompliance.

Erik Erikson

Erik Erikson proposed that trust forms a substratum in the mind of every adult.
Erikson's quote: "Mistrust is a kind of fear...it is the fear of a world without love, without law, without order."

Internalizing Disorders

Internalizing disorders are predominantly characterized by inward-directed behaviors.
Common symptoms of internalizing disorders include anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal.

ADHD

Inattention and hyperactivity are commonly seen in children with ADHD
ADHD is the most frequently diagnosed mental health illness for children in the United States
ADHD is frequently diagnosed before age 12 among preadolescent boys
Children with ADHD often face challenges related to academic functioning such as difficulty paying attention in class, completing assignments, and managing their time effectively.

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Explore the classification of childhood disorders and the general categories of disorders diagnosed in infancy, childhood, and adolescence. Delve into the understanding of childhood psychological conditions and their impact on individuals as they transition into adulthood.