CHYS 2P35 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Conduct Disorder, Enuresis, Smoking And Pregnancy
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Early account george still, english physician, described a group of boys with a defect in moral control . Terms hyperkinesis, hyperkinetic syndrome, and hyperactive child syndrome used. Not a learning disability per se: myth that it"s a low attention span they attend to all of it. Age-inappropriate degrees of inattention and impulsivity, with and without hyperactivity. At least 6 of the following symptoms of inattention must have persisted for at least 6 months to an extent that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level. Fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities. Does not seem to listen to what is being said. Does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork. Avoids or dislikes tasks that require sustained effort. At least 6 of the following symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity must have persisted for at least 6 months to an extent that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level.