what is the youngest age ADHD can appear at? - 3 y/o
what plays an important role in the development of ADHD? - genetics
Describe selective attention? - lack of attention to detail, careless mistakes, not listening, losing things,
diverting attention, forgetful
Describe lack of sustained attention? - poor problem solving, difficulty completing tasks, disorganization,
difficulty sustaining mental effort
what is impulsivity ? - excessive talking, blurting things out, not waiting one's turn, interrupting
what is hyperactivity? - fidgeting, leaving one's seat, running, climbing, trouble playing quietly
•George talks excessively, blurts out answers in class, and has hurt a friend's feelings when he wouldn't
wait his turn at recess. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - impulsivity
•Mary was reprimanded by her boss for not listening during their last meeting and making careless
mistakes on their current project. Mary apologizes and says she's been feeling very forgetful lately. this
is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - selective attetion
Jim is a college student who can't find the motivation to complete his homework or pay attention in
class. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - lack of sustained attention
, Layla just started school and her parent's received a call from her teacher about her behavior. The
teacher states Layla runs and climbs on the chairs and desks, has trouble playing quietly, and refuses to
stay in her seat. this is an example of which ADHD symptoms? - hyperactivity
(ADHD Lifespan) What might adults who struggle with executive functioning difficulties and
disorganization also experience? - occupational stress and anxiety
ADHD symptoms may arise from abnormalities within circuits in the_________, which affect ________ -
prefrontal cortex (PFC) , executive function.
ADHD symptoms become noticeable around what age and why? - 6-7 y/o, possibly due to abnormalities
in the prefrontal cortex circuits or errors in the synaptic pruning process.
Anxiety and ADHD are regulated by which loop? - corticostriatal-thalamocortical (CSTC) loop
what NT are associated with inefficient information processing in the prefrontal circuits? -
Norepinephrine (NE) and dopamine (DA)
•What scheduled drug level are stimulant medications?
•Are refills permitted? - •Stimulants are schedule II-controlled substances
•Refills are NOT permitted
what diagnostic test must be obtained? - •Must obtain a thorough health hx first
•Assess for cardiac disease and, if present, obtain an EKG
•Blood pressure, height, and weight should be monitored regularly
•Assess for bipolar disorder before treatment
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