ADHD Definitions and History Quiz

Questions and Answers

___________________ was coined in the early 20th Century to describe children with a cluster of symptoms including hyperactivity and inattention.

Strauss Syndrome

Educational supports specifically for children with hyperactivity and/or attention problems have existed since the late 1800s.

False

What is not a symptom of ADHD as defined by the DSM-5?

Scores lower than average on standard tests of cognitive ability.

According to the APA, a child can be said to have ADHD if he or she has difficulties only at school but not in other environments.

False Signup and view all the answers

The primary difficulty for most children with ADHD occurs in which area of the Information Processing Model?

Executive Function Signup and view all the answers

IDEA 2004 classifies ADHD under which disability category?

Other Health Impairments Signup and view all the answers

Why are boys more likely than girls to be identified as having ADHD?

Girls are more likely to display inattention without hyperactivity, making them easier to overlook. Signup and view all the answers

What is not true regarding the prevalence of ADHD?

The number of students identified as ADHD is steadily dropping each year as prevention techniques are discovered. Signup and view all the answers

Kara's IEP requires that she work with a reading specialist to address the reading difficulties caused by her ADHD and LD. This intervention is an example of which tier of the RTI model?

Tier III Signup and view all the answers

What is not true about students with ADHD?

They are more likely to be cognitively advanced. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Strauss Syndrome: Term originated in the early 20th century describing children exhibiting hyperactivity and inattention.
Educational Supports: Initiated in the late 1900s, not the late 1800s, specifically targeting hyperactivity and attention issues.
Symptoms of ADHD: DSM-5 explicitly states that lower cognitive test scores are not considered a symptom of ADHD.

Diagnosis and Characteristics

Environmental Impact: ADHD diagnosis requires symptoms to manifest across multiple environments, not just at school.
Executive Function: Primary challenge faced by children with ADHD, crucial for task management and organization.
IDEA 2004 Classification: ADHD falls under the category of "Other Health Impairments" in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Gender Differences in Diagnosis

Boys vs. Girls: Boys are more frequently diagnosed with ADHD due to the commonality of hyperactive behaviors, while girls may show inattention, often leading to underdiagnosis.

Prevalence and Trends

Prevalence Misconception: Contrary to belief, the number of ADHD-identifiable students is not decreasing annually due to improved prevention strategies.

Educational Interventions

RTI Model Application: Kara’s intervention with a reading specialist for ADHD-related learning difficulties represents a Tier III intervention in the Response to Intervention framework.

Cognitive Characteristics

Cognitive Abilities: It is a misconception that students with ADHD are more likely to be cognitively advanced; they may exhibit varied cognitive capabilities.

Description

Test your knowledge on ADHD with this quiz covering definitions, historical perspectives, and specific symptoms as outlined in the DSM-5. Explore how understanding of ADHD has evolved over time and the educational supports available for affected children.