Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). - Pediatrics
... • Six or more inattention symptoms or six or more hyperactivity-impulsivity symptoms • Symptoms must be inconsistent with the child’s current developmental level • Must persist to a degree that is considered maladaptive for at least six months ...
... • Six or more inattention symptoms or six or more hyperactivity-impulsivity symptoms • Symptoms must be inconsistent with the child’s current developmental level • Must persist to a degree that is considered maladaptive for at least six months ...
Psychodramatic group psychotherapy as a parental intervention in
... many as 30–60% of cases. Such individuals might experience problems like being fired from jobs, more frequent divorce, and a significantly increased risk of and drug and substance use (Johnston & Mash, 2001; Harpin, 2005). For these reasons, ADHD should be discussed comprehensively. Genetic factors ha ...
... many as 30–60% of cases. Such individuals might experience problems like being fired from jobs, more frequent divorce, and a significantly increased risk of and drug and substance use (Johnston & Mash, 2001; Harpin, 2005). For these reasons, ADHD should be discussed comprehensively. Genetic factors ha ...
Slides Chapter 6 - Dissociative & Somatoform
... • Life revolves around symptoms • Relating to others = symptoms • Lengthy medical history • Severe impairment • Very rare - women ...
... • Life revolves around symptoms • Relating to others = symptoms • Lengthy medical history • Severe impairment • Very rare - women ...
The Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
... • Ironically, they are very dissatisfied w/ care • So they seek new MDs, treatments, drugs • Some can’t work ...
... • Ironically, they are very dissatisfied w/ care • So they seek new MDs, treatments, drugs • Some can’t work ...
Ppt - American Academy of Pediatrics
... Edition (DSM-IV) criteria have been met (including documentation of impairment in more than 1 major setting) with information obtained primarily from parents/guardians, teachers, and other school and mental health clinicians involved in the child’s care. The primary care clinician should also rule o ...
... Edition (DSM-IV) criteria have been met (including documentation of impairment in more than 1 major setting) with information obtained primarily from parents/guardians, teachers, and other school and mental health clinicians involved in the child’s care. The primary care clinician should also rule o ...
N - The University of Southern Mississippi
... for three symptom areas: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity (American Psychiatric Association, 2000). However, several correlates and associated features have been identified in children with ADHD requiring additional clinical attention. For example, children with ADHD are at higher risk, i ...
... for three symptom areas: inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity (American Psychiatric Association, 2000). However, several correlates and associated features have been identified in children with ADHD requiring additional clinical attention. For example, children with ADHD are at higher risk, i ...
The Relationship Between Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
... inattentive subtype of ADHD rather than the hyperactive subtype (Shaywitz et al., 1994). Whereas others have suggested that deficits in working memory (Witton et al., 1998) and executive functions (Barkley, 1997; Purvis & Tannock, 1997) negatively impact language abilities. Despite the disagreement ...
... inattentive subtype of ADHD rather than the hyperactive subtype (Shaywitz et al., 1994). Whereas others have suggested that deficits in working memory (Witton et al., 1998) and executive functions (Barkley, 1997; Purvis & Tannock, 1997) negatively impact language abilities. Despite the disagreement ...
Dissociative Disorders
... or selective amnesia: failure to recall specific events (often traumatic) ...
... or selective amnesia: failure to recall specific events (often traumatic) ...
Reading disorder (dyslexia)
... •The dopamine transporter density is more than an order of magnitude higher in the caudate nucleus than the prefrontal cortex , which is the reverse pattern of relative density of the D4 receptors, so the regulation of levels of synaptic dopamine by the reuptake process should differ dramatically in ...
... •The dopamine transporter density is more than an order of magnitude higher in the caudate nucleus than the prefrontal cortex , which is the reverse pattern of relative density of the D4 receptors, so the regulation of levels of synaptic dopamine by the reuptake process should differ dramatically in ...
unit 12 — abnormal psychology
... (Memories/nightmares/social withdrawal/jumpy anxiety/insomnia) lasting in excess of four weeks after a traumatic experience Symptoms take bodily form without any physical cause Conscious and past memories are separated Person has two or more distinct and alternating personalities. Emotional extremes ...
... (Memories/nightmares/social withdrawal/jumpy anxiety/insomnia) lasting in excess of four weeks after a traumatic experience Symptoms take bodily form without any physical cause Conscious and past memories are separated Person has two or more distinct and alternating personalities. Emotional extremes ...
Open poster - CTN Dissemination Library
... Overall, OROS-MPH was well-tolerated; had low abuse liability; good safety profile despite non-abstinence. There was no difference between OROS-MPH and placebo on primary ADHD and substance outcome measures, However, secondary outcome measures suggested some added benefit of OROS-MPH compared to pla ...
... Overall, OROS-MPH was well-tolerated; had low abuse liability; good safety profile despite non-abstinence. There was no difference between OROS-MPH and placebo on primary ADHD and substance outcome measures, However, secondary outcome measures suggested some added benefit of OROS-MPH compared to pla ...
Somatoform Disorders - Grand Haven Area Public Schools
... on new biological evidence) • Hypochondriasis – Preoccupation with imagined diseases based on the person’s misinterpretation of bodily symptoms or functions. – The person does suffer and believes they are sick but it is all in their head. ...
... on new biological evidence) • Hypochondriasis – Preoccupation with imagined diseases based on the person’s misinterpretation of bodily symptoms or functions. – The person does suffer and believes they are sick but it is all in their head. ...
attention deficit disorder - Signature Behavioral Healthcare
... ADHD and problems with coordination and balance, attributed to problems in the inner-ear system (which plays a major role in balance and coordination). This approach is not consistent in any way with what is currently known about ADHD, and is not supported by research findings. Anatomically and phys ...
... ADHD and problems with coordination and balance, attributed to problems in the inner-ear system (which plays a major role in balance and coordination). This approach is not consistent in any way with what is currently known about ADHD, and is not supported by research findings. Anatomically and phys ...
Adult ADD/ADHD: What You Should Know
... Proper medication can help the symptoms of ADD/ADHD and allow an adult to learn the skills to become more self-sufficient. However, adult ADD/ADHD medications require special consideration because adults are often taking medications for other conditions (e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, ...
... Proper medication can help the symptoms of ADD/ADHD and allow an adult to learn the skills to become more self-sufficient. However, adult ADD/ADHD medications require special consideration because adults are often taking medications for other conditions (e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, ...
Slide 1
... affected by ADHD (Arnold et al. J Abnorm Child Psychol 1996) • The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Ed. (DSM-IV) estimates that boys with ADHD outnumber girls with ADHD by as much as 9:1 (American Psychiatric Association 2000) However, community-based studies in which th ...
... affected by ADHD (Arnold et al. J Abnorm Child Psychol 1996) • The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Ed. (DSM-IV) estimates that boys with ADHD outnumber girls with ADHD by as much as 9:1 (American Psychiatric Association 2000) However, community-based studies in which th ...
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most
... Research shows that behavioral therapy is an important part of treatment for children with ADHD. ADHD affects not only a child’s ability to pay attention or sit still at school, it also affects relationships with family and how well they do in their classes. Behavioral therapy is another treatment o ...
... Research shows that behavioral therapy is an important part of treatment for children with ADHD. ADHD affects not only a child’s ability to pay attention or sit still at school, it also affects relationships with family and how well they do in their classes. Behavioral therapy is another treatment o ...
View Attached Document - Dr. Judith Aronson
... Is often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor". Often talks excessively. ...
... Is often "on the go" or often acts as if "driven by a motor". Often talks excessively. ...
Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
... Combined Type, significant problems in both areas. It is still unclear whether these subtypes reflect a common neuropathology or whether they represent distinct disorders (Faraone, Biederman & Friedman, 2000). It has also been argued that these categories, which were created primarily for children, ...
... Combined Type, significant problems in both areas. It is still unclear whether these subtypes reflect a common neuropathology or whether they represent distinct disorders (Faraone, Biederman & Friedman, 2000). It has also been argued that these categories, which were created primarily for children, ...
ADHD: The Biology Behind the Behavior Presentation
... Many people feel manipulated by the ADHD individual due to the inconsistencies of their behaviors. ...
... Many people feel manipulated by the ADHD individual due to the inconsistencies of their behaviors. ...
Distress Disorder and Psychosomatic Disorders Dr James Rodger
... Case example - ADHD • The DSM criteria - two groups: – Inattentive (9) and hyperactive-impulsive (6+3) symptoms (inconsistent with developmental level) • Six of the nine symptoms in each section must be present for a ‘combined type’ diagnosis of ADHD. • if insufficient symptoms for a full diagnosis ...
... Case example - ADHD • The DSM criteria - two groups: – Inattentive (9) and hyperactive-impulsive (6+3) symptoms (inconsistent with developmental level) • Six of the nine symptoms in each section must be present for a ‘combined type’ diagnosis of ADHD. • if insufficient symptoms for a full diagnosis ...
Thesis Proposal Presentation
... Payne, J.D. (1999). Are stimulants overprescribed? treatment of ADHD in four U.S. communities. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 38, 794-804. ...
... Payne, J.D. (1999). Are stimulants overprescribed? treatment of ADHD in four U.S. communities. Journal of the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, 38, 794-804. ...