13 Questions
Which of the following is the most common biological intervention for treating ADHD in children?
b. Medication
Which medication is NOT often prescribed to children with ADHD and is also known as Ritalin?
c. Strattera
In what percentage of cases do methylphenidate and similar medications provide short-term improvement in ADHD symptoms, including concentration, goal directed & classroom activity?
b. 75%
Which of the following statements is true about the long-term benefits of methylphenidate and similar medications for ADHD?
b. No, there is little to no evidence for long-term benefits.
Besides stimulant medications, which of the following is a nonstimulant option for treating ADHD?
b. Antidepressants
Which nonstimulant medication is mentioned as an alternative to methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine for treating ADHD?
d. Strattera
Which of the following is the primary focus of psychological interventions for ADHD?
Rewarding appropriate behaviors and penalizing disruptive behaviors
What is a common method of implementing psychological interventions in ADHD?
Operant programs
What is a common form of reinforcement used in psychological interventions for ADHD?
Token-based systems
Which of the following is often included in psychological interventions for ADHD to increase continuity?
Formal parent training components and educational support for teachers
What does the information suggest about the effectiveness of psychological interventions for ADHD in children?
They have the capacity to enhance behavioral profiles and are well supported by clinical trials
Which of the conditions in the study by Jensen et al. (2001) showed initial superiority over the others in terms of ADHD symptom reduction?
Medication (Ritalin) and Both Medication and Behavioral
What was the outcome of the follow-up assessment in terms of the effect size in the study by Jensen et al. (2001)?
c. The effect size reduced by 50%.
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