COUC 546 Childhood Disorders Quiz

Questions and Answers

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?

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?

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?

Internalizing disorders and externalizing disorders Signup and view all the answers

Which diagnosis might apply to a child in a grocery store kicking and screaming?

An externalizing disorder Signup and view all the answers

Adolescents diagnosed with ADHD are how many times more likely to blurt out answers in class compared to other children?

Six times as likely Signup and view all the answers

Which field focuses on childhood disorders in the context of life-span development?

Developmental psychopathology Signup and view all the answers

Most children diagnosed with ADHD typically meet the criteria for which symptom specifier?

Combined presentation Signup and view all the answers

What type of ADHD presentation is often seen in early childhood?

not predominantly hyperactive-impulsive presentation Signup and view all the answers

Which environmental factor is generally not considered a major cause of ADHD?

genetic predisposition Signup and view all the answers

At what developmental stage might symptoms of conduct disorder first appear?

the preschool years Signup and view all the answers

How does skin conductance in individuals with antisocial personality disorder compare to others when confronted with an aversive stimulus?

less reactive Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines personality disorders?

chronic patterns of inflexible behaviors Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is most frequently associated with convicted felons?

antisocial personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Claude's symptoms align most closely with which personality disorder?

histrionic personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which facet of personality trait is part of the antagonism domain?

grandiosity Signup and view all the answers

How many personality disorders are identified in DSM-5-TR?

10 Signup and view all the answers

Which personality disorder is most common in community settings?

borderline personality disorder Signup and view all the answers

What requirement must be met for a court to agree to medicate someone who has been civilly committed?

a serious public threat Signup and view all the answers

In what percentage of legal cases is the insanity defense used?

0.1% Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely outcome of a guilty but mentally ill plea?

imprisonment Signup and view all the answers

The Insanity Defense Reform Act shifted the burden of proof to which entity?

defense Signup and view all the answers

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.