Connection between ADHD and Substance Abuse in Children, Quizzes of Psychology

Download Connection between ADHD and Substance Abuse in Children and more Quizzes Psychology in PDF only on Docsity! PSYC354 / Quiz #6: Behavior Disorders Children who display signs of inattentiveness and impulsivity could be diagnosed with depression or generalized anxiety disorder instead of ADHD. • True • False Which of the following statements is most likely true regarding the connection between substance abuse and ADHD? • ADHD leads to substance abuse. • Adults who abuse substances are more likely to have displayed symptoms of ADHD in childhood. • Adolescents and adults with ADHD are more at risk of abusing substances if their symptoms of ADHD are not properly treated. • Adults with ADHD are more likely to crave substances that mimic the effects of stimulant medication. The marshmallow test is used to diagnosis ADHD in young children. • True • False Dr. Samuelson specializes in research related to ADHD. Based on the most common deficits found in ADHD, his research might focus on all of the following EXCEPT: • self-regulation. • executive function. • effortful control. • motor inhibition. Dr. Jensen is consulting research on ADHD that would help her decide the best course of action for her young patients. One example of longitudinal research that investigated various types of interventions is the: • Russell Barkley’s ADHD Protocol. • Multimodal Treatment Study of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. • ADHD Multimethod Study. • Multimethod and Multisource Treatment of Children with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Question 5 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 2 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 1 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 3 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 4 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 6 2.5 / 2.5 pts • The authors of the text would most likely endorse which of the following statements regarding the validity of the diagnosis of ADHD in children? • ADHD is clearly overdiagnosed, particularly in young boys and minority groups. • Parents often push for a diagnosis of ADHD rather than considering changes in parenting strategies. • A diagnosis of ADHD should be considered in light of what is developmentally appropriate for children. • The diagnosis of ADHD is often made too quickly and by individuals who are not qualified to make such a diagnosis. Research has clearly shown that environmental factors have a causal, not correlational, relationship with the development of ADHD. • True • False The authors of the text would assert that differential diagnoses are important for which of the following reasons? • An accurate diagnosis leads to more effective funding sources. • Researchers must be able to recruit a child with a specific diagnosis to participate in research. • An accurate diagnosis can lead to more effective interventions. • Diagnosticians must agree on a specific diagnosis in order to access appropriate educational services. Children with ADHD may be eligible for specialized educational services under which of these acts? • SPED • Rehabilitative Education • Individuals with Disabilities Education • Children with ADHD Adolfo has just been diagnosed with ADHD. It is likely that his pediatrician will first recommend medication to control his symptoms of inattention and impulsiveness. • True • False Long-term outcomes of ADHD have been categorized in all of the following ways EXCEPT: • developmental delay. Question 10 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 8 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 7 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 9 2.5 / 2.5 pts Question 11 2.5 / 2.5 pts