30 Questions
Which age group does ADHD typically onset before?
12 years of age
What are the symptoms of inattention in ADHD?
Not following through on instructions and being easily distracted
What is the gender difference in ADHD prevalence during childhood?
ADHD is two times more common in males than females
Which behavior is associated with impulsivity in individuals with ADHD?
Driving recklessly
Which brain regions are associated with impaired response inhibition in children with ADHD?
Prefrontal cortex, striatum, and thalamus
Which neurotransmitters have consistently been identified as contributors to the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of ADHD?
Dopamine and norepinephrine
What is the recommended first-line treatment for adults with ADHD?
Medication
Which of the following statements is supported by the research mentioned in the text?
ADHD in childhood is not linked to an increased risk for substance use problems in adolescence and adulthood.
According to the research, what is the effect of treatment with a psychostimulant in childhood on the risk for later substance use disorders?
Treatment with a psychostimulant in childhood has no effect on the risk for later substance use disorders.
What did the meta-analysis conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013) compare in terms of rates of future substance-related problems?
Children with ADHD who receive a psychostimulant drug and those who do not receive the drug.
Which of the following is a requirement for the diagnosis of ADHD?
Symptoms of inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity for at least six months
What is the most prevalent diagnosed disorder among youth in the United States?
ADHD
What is the gender difference in ADHD prevalence during childhood?
ADHD is two times more common in males than females
According to the research conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013), treatment of ADHD during childhood with a psychostimulant drug
has no effect on the risk for later substance use disorders
Which age group is at an increased risk for substance use problems in adolescence and adulthood?
Children with ADHD who do not receive a psychostimulant drug
What did the meta-analysis conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013) find regarding rates of future substance-related problems in children with ADHD?
There is no difference in rates of substance-related problems between children with ADHD who receive a psychostimulant drug and those who do not receive the drug
Which comorbid disorder is most commonly found in children with ADHD?
Oppositional defiant disorder
What brain abnormalities are associated with ADHD in children?
Abnormalities in the prefrontal cortex, striatum, and corpus callosum
Which neurotransmitters have consistently been identified as contributors to the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of ADHD?
Dopamine and norepinephrine
What is the recommended treatment for preschool children with ADHD?
Parent training in behavioral management
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for the diagnosis of ADHD?
Symptoms present in at least two settings
What is the gender difference in ADHD prevalence during childhood?
ADHD is more common in males
What is the most prevalent diagnosed disorder among youth ages 3 to 17 years in the United States?
ADHD
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of inattention in adults with ADHD?
Excessive motor activity
Which of the following brain regions is NOT associated with impaired response inhibition in children with ADHD?
Hippocampus
Which neurotransmitter is NOT consistently identified as a contributor to the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of ADHD?
Serotonin
Which age group is NOT recommended to receive a combination of medication and behavioral interventions for the treatment of ADHD?
Adults
According to the meta-analysis conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013), what is the relationship between treatment with a psychostimulant in childhood and the risk for later substance use disorders?
Treatment with a psychostimulant in childhood has no effect on the risk for later substance use disorders.
What did the meta-analysis conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013) find regarding the rates of future substance-related problems in children with ADHD who do and do not receive a psychostimulant drug?
Children with ADHD who receive a psychostimulant drug have the same rates of future substance-related problems as those who do not receive the drug.
What conclusion did the investigators draw based on the results of the meta-analysis conducted by Humphreys, Eng, and Lee (2013)?
Treatment of ADHD during childhood with a psychostimulant has no effect on the risk for later substance use disorders.
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