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Which part of the brain is responsible for the maturation of attention?

Amygdala

Prefrontal cortex (correct)

Hippocampus

Cerebellum

What percentage of children and adolescents in Australia have ADHD?

10%

3-5%

15%

7.4% (correct)

What is the most effective treatment for ADHD?

Combination of medication and behavioural therapy (correct)

Medication

Behavioural therapy

No effective treatment

According to the European study mentioned in the text, which of the following statements is true about ADHD rates among boys and girls?

ADHD rates varied widely among boys and girls across different countries. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about symptoms of ADHD in boys and girls?

Symptoms of ADHD were similar in boys and girls. Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following is true about the European approaches to ADHD treatment?

Medication and psychotherapy combined were the most commonly used treatment in Europe. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of selective attention?

Ability to focus Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of school-aged children in New Zealand have ADHD?

3–5% Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of ADHD medication?

Slower physical growth Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about the rates of ADHD among boys and girls in the European study mentioned in the text?

The rates of ADHD varied widely among countries, but were consistently higher among boys than among girls. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the additional emotional problems experienced by girls with ADHD, as mentioned in the text?

Girls with ADHD were more likely than boys to have additional emotional problems. Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of children and adolescents in Europe received no treatment for ADHD, according to the European study mentioned in the text?

21% Signup and view all the answers

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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

The brain region responsible for the maturation of attention is not specified in the provided text.

Prevalence of ADHD

In Australia, approximately 7-8% of children and adolescents have ADHD.
In New Zealand, around 5-7% of school-aged children have ADHD.
In Europe, a significant percentage of children and adolescents remain untreated, with approximately 70-80% receiving no treatment for ADHD, according to the European study.

ADHD Treatment

The most effective treatment for ADHD is not specified in the provided text.
European approaches to ADHD treatment vary, but a significant percentage of children and adolescents remain untreated.

ADHD Characteristics

Selective attention is characterized by the ability to focus on specific stimuli while ignoring others.

Gender Differences in ADHD

According to the European study, ADHD rates are higher among boys than girls, with a ratio of approximately 3:1.
Symptoms of ADHD in boys and girls differ, with boys more likely to exhibit overt symptoms, while girls tend to exhibit more subtle symptoms.
Additional emotional problems are more common among girls with ADHD, with anxiety and depression being more prevalent.

ADHD Medication

A potential side effect of ADHD medication is not specified in the provided text.

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Test your knowledge on attention and information processing in children with this quiz. Learn about the maturation of the prefrontal cortex, selective attention, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Explore how attention becomes more sustained, efficient, and flexible, and why it is crucial for children entering school.