journals - the biopsychology research group
... of ADHD was made following a parent interview with the Parental Account of Child Symptoms interview [PACS; Taylor et al., 1986] that asks about ADHD symptoms in various settings. An algorithm was used to derive each of the DSM-IV ADHD symptoms from the PACS interview data and these were combined wit ...
... of ADHD was made following a parent interview with the Parental Account of Child Symptoms interview [PACS; Taylor et al., 1986] that asks about ADHD symptoms in various settings. An algorithm was used to derive each of the DSM-IV ADHD symptoms from the PACS interview data and these were combined wit ...
Medically Unexplained Physical Symptoms
... Sudden loss of function Temporal link with stressful event/ situation No medical explanation ...
... Sudden loss of function Temporal link with stressful event/ situation No medical explanation ...
Cari’s presentation - Richard Adler, M.D
... pastoral counseling reassured Mrs. Chavarone that it was OK to have Alissa on medication. Alissa appeared to be socially immature and she had only one friend who shared her fascination with Pokeman cards. Alissa insisted that other children call her Pikachu and gave all the other children in the cla ...
... pastoral counseling reassured Mrs. Chavarone that it was OK to have Alissa on medication. Alissa appeared to be socially immature and she had only one friend who shared her fascination with Pokeman cards. Alissa insisted that other children call her Pikachu and gave all the other children in the cla ...
Psychological DisordersClickers
... constantly laughing at him and that FBI agents are trying to steal his life savings. Mr. James is most clearly suffering from: A. B. C. D. ...
... constantly laughing at him and that FBI agents are trying to steal his life savings. Mr. James is most clearly suffering from: A. B. C. D. ...
Paying Attention: ADHD and Our Children
... The American Psychiatric Association defines attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a “persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequently displayed and more severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development”1. A ...
... The American Psychiatric Association defines attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as a “persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequently displayed and more severe than is typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development”1. A ...
The Aggressive Child: Oppositional Defiant Disorder
... 1-2-3 Magic (2004) by Thomas Phelan, PhD (multiple languages and video) Winning the Whining Wars, and other Skirmishes (1991) by Cynthia Whitham ...
... 1-2-3 Magic (2004) by Thomas Phelan, PhD (multiple languages and video) Winning the Whining Wars, and other Skirmishes (1991) by Cynthia Whitham ...
Module 49 Dissociative and Personality Disorders Outline
... a. Localized amnesia is present in an individual who has no memory of specific events that took place, usually traumatic. The loss of memory is localized with a specific window of time. For example, a survivor of a car wreck who has no memory of the experience until two days later is experiencing lo ...
... a. Localized amnesia is present in an individual who has no memory of specific events that took place, usually traumatic. The loss of memory is localized with a specific window of time. For example, a survivor of a car wreck who has no memory of the experience until two days later is experiencing lo ...
Somatoform and Factitious Disorders
... Somatoform disorders comprise disorders in which physical concerns are presented for which no medical basis can be found. Infers that the physical symptoms are associated with psychological factors. The production of symptoms is not under voluntary control. Specific diagnoses depend on the n ...
... Somatoform disorders comprise disorders in which physical concerns are presented for which no medical basis can be found. Infers that the physical symptoms are associated with psychological factors. The production of symptoms is not under voluntary control. Specific diagnoses depend on the n ...
Developmental Psychopathology
... They may misinterpret others’ intentions, such as acting aggressively because they assume that a neutral action by a peer was meant to be aggressive. They may know correct social behavior in situations, but have difficulty transforming the information into appropriate behavior in real-life social in ...
... They may misinterpret others’ intentions, such as acting aggressively because they assume that a neutral action by a peer was meant to be aggressive. They may know correct social behavior in situations, but have difficulty transforming the information into appropriate behavior in real-life social in ...
Symptoms of ADHD - Wellness Practices of America
... Impact of ADHD on the Family Medication can help the ADHD child in everyday life. But it takes time to undo the frustration, blame, and anger that may have gone on for so long. Sometimes only the child with ADHD needs counseling support. But in many cases, because the problem affects the family as a ...
... Impact of ADHD on the Family Medication can help the ADHD child in everyday life. But it takes time to undo the frustration, blame, and anger that may have gone on for so long. Sometimes only the child with ADHD needs counseling support. But in many cases, because the problem affects the family as a ...
Conversion Disorder in Young People
... The symptom or deficit, after appropriate investigation, cannot be explained fully by a general medical condition, the direct effects of a substance, or as a culturally lt ll sanctioned ti d behavior b h i or experience. i The symptom or deficit causes clinically significant distress or impairment i ...
... The symptom or deficit, after appropriate investigation, cannot be explained fully by a general medical condition, the direct effects of a substance, or as a culturally lt ll sanctioned ti d behavior b h i or experience. i The symptom or deficit causes clinically significant distress or impairment i ...
Adult ADHD Self-Report Scale (ASRS) Symptom
... along with other people such as their spouse/significant other. This discussion will provide details about the extent of the impairments. Assess history ...
... along with other people such as their spouse/significant other. This discussion will provide details about the extent of the impairments. Assess history ...
PDF version
... irritable with others for no apparent reason. Mood disorders include depression, mania and bipolar disorder. Approximately 14 percent of children with ADHD also have depression, whereas only 1 percent of children without ADHD have depression. In adults with ADHD, approximately 47 percent also have d ...
... irritable with others for no apparent reason. Mood disorders include depression, mania and bipolar disorder. Approximately 14 percent of children with ADHD also have depression, whereas only 1 percent of children without ADHD have depression. In adults with ADHD, approximately 47 percent also have d ...
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... called neurotransmitters. These ADHD medications help improve the core signs and symptoms of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity — sometimes dramatically. Additionally, the right dose varies from child to child, so it may take some time in the beginning to find the correct dose. ...
... called neurotransmitters. These ADHD medications help improve the core signs and symptoms of inattention, impulsivity and hyperactivity — sometimes dramatically. Additionally, the right dose varies from child to child, so it may take some time in the beginning to find the correct dose. ...
Guidelines for Documentation of Attention
... IV. Each Accommodation Recommended by the Evaluator Must Include a Rationale The evaluator must describe the impact, if any, of the diagnosed ADHD on a specific major life activity as well as the degree of impact on the individual. The diagnostic report must include specific recommendations for acco ...
... IV. Each Accommodation Recommended by the Evaluator Must Include a Rationale The evaluator must describe the impact, if any, of the diagnosed ADHD on a specific major life activity as well as the degree of impact on the individual. The diagnostic report must include specific recommendations for acco ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) R E V I E W Søren Dalsgaard
... data from a British birth cohort published by the ageof-onset subcommittee suggests that the majority of children who had symptoms at age 12 also had symptoms at 7 years of age [16]. However, a population-based study indicated that only 50 % of adults with ADHD recalled the onset by age 7, whereas b ...
... data from a British birth cohort published by the ageof-onset subcommittee suggests that the majority of children who had symptoms at age 12 also had symptoms at 7 years of age [16]. However, a population-based study indicated that only 50 % of adults with ADHD recalled the onset by age 7, whereas b ...
ADHD Presentation Slides - NCTM Birmingham, AL, 2005
... As many as half of those with ADHD also have other mental disorders. Over half of the children diagnosed with ADHD carry the disorder into adulthood. A large number of adults who were never diagnosed as a child show clear symptoms of ADHD. AMA’s Special Council Report showed little evidence of wides ...
... As many as half of those with ADHD also have other mental disorders. Over half of the children diagnosed with ADHD carry the disorder into adulthood. A large number of adults who were never diagnosed as a child show clear symptoms of ADHD. AMA’s Special Council Report showed little evidence of wides ...
ADHD Presentation - NCTM Anaheim, CA, 2005
... As many as half of those with ADHD also have other mental disorders. Over half of the children diagnosed with ADHD carry the disorder into adulthood. A large number of adults who were never diagnosed as a child show clear symptoms of ADHD. AMA’s Special Council Report showed little evidence of wides ...
... As many as half of those with ADHD also have other mental disorders. Over half of the children diagnosed with ADHD carry the disorder into adulthood. A large number of adults who were never diagnosed as a child show clear symptoms of ADHD. AMA’s Special Council Report showed little evidence of wides ...
TOWARD AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE ADHD
... nervous system is compromised, and manifests as executive dysfunction (Weinstein et al, 2000). In either case, it is the prefrontal cortex of the brain that is implicated in ADHD’s impaired executive functions. It is also an area that is particularly susceptible to trauma since it is the last part o ...
... nervous system is compromised, and manifests as executive dysfunction (Weinstein et al, 2000). In either case, it is the prefrontal cortex of the brain that is implicated in ADHD’s impaired executive functions. It is also an area that is particularly susceptible to trauma since it is the last part o ...
Selective effects of Methylphenidate as measured by CPT among
... ADHD. As can be seen in Table 1, the two groups did not differ in age and gender variables. Results In order to evaluate the difference between the groups in the degree of distractibility, independent t-tests were performed. As showed in table 2, ADHD children performed significantly worse than chil ...
... ADHD. As can be seen in Table 1, the two groups did not differ in age and gender variables. Results In order to evaluate the difference between the groups in the degree of distractibility, independent t-tests were performed. As showed in table 2, ADHD children performed significantly worse than chil ...
Smoking Behavior
... Disorder (ADHD) smoke at a significantly greater rate than their peers without ADHD, suggesting that ADHD is a risk factor for tobacco use. A study by Milberger et al (1997) revealed that ADHD, particularly when comorbid with other disorders, predicted early initiation of cigarette smoking. In anoth ...
... Disorder (ADHD) smoke at a significantly greater rate than their peers without ADHD, suggesting that ADHD is a risk factor for tobacco use. A study by Milberger et al (1997) revealed that ADHD, particularly when comorbid with other disorders, predicted early initiation of cigarette smoking. In anoth ...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
... Children with this type of ADHD show all three symptoms. This is the most common form of ADHD. • Hyperactive/Impulsive Type. Children show both hyperactive and impulsive behavior, but are able to pay attention. • Inattentive Type. Formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), these children ar ...
... Children with this type of ADHD show all three symptoms. This is the most common form of ADHD. • Hyperactive/Impulsive Type. Children show both hyperactive and impulsive behavior, but are able to pay attention. • Inattentive Type. Formerly known as attention deficit disorder (ADD), these children ar ...
Lack of Specificity for Brain Function Results in Lack of Flexibility
... Example of IIV in Working Memory – Predominant research in IIV in ADHD until recently has been in response inhibition – If IIV is a more general phenomenon expect to see in other areas of ADHD impairment – Working memory known to be impaired in ADHD • Working memory is the ability to maintain and m ...
... Example of IIV in Working Memory – Predominant research in IIV in ADHD until recently has been in response inhibition – If IIV is a more general phenomenon expect to see in other areas of ADHD impairment – Working memory known to be impaired in ADHD • Working memory is the ability to maintain and m ...
ADHD Along The Developmental Spectrum - CT-AAP
... Often blurts out answers before questions have been finished. Often has trouble waiting one's turn. Often interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games). Some symptoms that cause impairment were present before age 7 years. Some impairment from the symptoms is present in t ...
... Often blurts out answers before questions have been finished. Often has trouble waiting one's turn. Often interrupts or intrudes on others (e.g., butts into conversations or games). Some symptoms that cause impairment were present before age 7 years. Some impairment from the symptoms is present in t ...