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Being rejected by peers is causally related to which type of disorder in children?
Being rejected by peers is causally related to which type of disorder in children?
- Childhood anxiety disorders (correct)
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Childhood psychotic disorders
- Childhood mood disorders
How many times more common is autism spectrum disorder in boys compared to girls?
How many times more common is autism spectrum disorder in boys compared to girls?
- Two times more common
- Five times more common
- Three times more common (correct)
- Four times more common
On what basis is an intellectual developmental disorder primarily diagnosed?
On what basis is an intellectual developmental disorder primarily diagnosed?
- A psychiatrist's evaluation
- Both IQ test scores and their interpretation (correct)
- Parent and teacher reports
- Measures of sensory and motor abilities by a pediatrician
What are the most prevalent childhood disorders?
What are the most prevalent childhood disorders?
Which diagnosis might apply to a child in a grocery store kicking and screaming?
Which diagnosis might apply to a child in a grocery store kicking and screaming?
Adolescents diagnosed with ADHD are how many times more likely to blurt out answers in class compared to other children?
Adolescents diagnosed with ADHD are how many times more likely to blurt out answers in class compared to other children?
Which field focuses on childhood disorders in the context of life-span development?
Which field focuses on childhood disorders in the context of life-span development?
Most children diagnosed with ADHD typically meet the criteria for which symptom specifier?
Most children diagnosed with ADHD typically meet the criteria for which symptom specifier?
What type of ADHD presentation is often seen in early childhood?
What type of ADHD presentation is often seen in early childhood?
Which environmental factor is generally not considered a major cause of ADHD?
Which environmental factor is generally not considered a major cause of ADHD?
At what developmental stage might symptoms of conduct disorder first appear?
At what developmental stage might symptoms of conduct disorder first appear?
How does skin conductance in individuals with antisocial personality disorder compare to others when confronted with an aversive stimulus?
How does skin conductance in individuals with antisocial personality disorder compare to others when confronted with an aversive stimulus?
Which of the following best defines personality disorders?
Which of the following best defines personality disorders?
Which personality disorder is most frequently associated with convicted felons?
Which personality disorder is most frequently associated with convicted felons?
Claude's symptoms align most closely with which personality disorder?
Claude's symptoms align most closely with which personality disorder?
Which facet of personality trait is part of the antagonism domain?
Which facet of personality trait is part of the antagonism domain?
How many personality disorders are identified in DSM-5-TR?
How many personality disorders are identified in DSM-5-TR?
Which personality disorder is most common in community settings?
Which personality disorder is most common in community settings?
What requirement must be met for a court to agree to medicate someone who has been civilly committed?
What requirement must be met for a court to agree to medicate someone who has been civilly committed?
In what percentage of legal cases is the insanity defense used?
In what percentage of legal cases is the insanity defense used?
What is the likely outcome of a guilty but mentally ill plea?
What is the likely outcome of a guilty but mentally ill plea?
The Insanity Defense Reform Act shifted the burden of proof to which entity?
The Insanity Defense Reform Act shifted the burden of proof to which entity?
Study Notes
Disorders in Childhood and Adolescence
- Peer rejection is linked to aggressive behavior, compounded by childhood anxiety, mood, attention-deficit/hyperactivity, and psychotic disorders.
- Autism spectrum disorder is significantly more common in boys, with occurrences reported as three to five times higher than in girls.
Diagnosis and Prevalence
- Intellectual developmental disorder is diagnosed through a combination of IQ test scores and their interpretation.
- The most prevalent childhood disorders categorize into internalizing and externalizing disorders.
- Children displaying temper tantrums in stores may indicate externalizing disorders, but further context is needed for accurate diagnosis.
ADHD Insights
- Adolescents with ADHD are eight or more times more likely to engage in impulsive behaviors, such as blurting out answers in class.
- A vast majority of children with ADHD are diagnosed with the combined presentation type of the disorder.
Conduct Disorder and Antisocial Behavior
- Symptoms of conduct disorder can manifest as early as the preschool years, indicating early intervention may be crucial.
- Individuals with antisocial personality disorder show reduced skin conductance response when faced with intense stimuli, unlike those without the disorder.
Understanding Personality Disorders
- Personality disorders are characterized by inflexible behavior patterns that deviate from cultural expectations.
- Antisocial personality disorder is commonly seen in convicted felons.
- The DSM-5-TR includes ten recognized personality disorders, with borderline personality disorder being the most prevalent in treatment settings.
Legal Aspects of Mental Health
- The U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Atkins v. Virginia deemed the death penalty unconstitutional for individuals with significant intellectual disabilities.
- The insanity defense is rarely utilized, appearing in less than 1% of legal cases.
- The "guilty but mentally ill" plea favors incarceration while also addressing treatment needs.
Ethical and Legal Standards
- The Insanity Defense Reform Act shifted the burden of proof to the defense in insanity cases.
- The standard of "beyond a reasonable doubt" requires a 95% certainty in legal proceedings.
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Test your knowledge on disorders often first seen in childhood or adolescence with this quiz from COUC 546. Explore various conditions such as autism spectrum disorder and the impact of peer rejection on behavior. Perfect for students pursuing a deeper understanding in child psychology.
