PSYC 330 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Neurodevelopmental Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Age 12
1 Nov 2018
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Describes children who display persistent, age-inappropriate symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that are sufficient to cause impairment in major life activities. Associated with lasting alterations and is often accompanied by subtle delays and problems in language, motor, and social development. The dsm-5 uses two lists of symptoms to define adhd. The first list includes symptoms of inattention symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity. Occurs more often and with greater severity than in other children of the same age and sex. Presentation type refers to a group of individuals with something in common (symptoms, etiology, problem severity, or likely outcome) that makes them distinct from other groupings) Inattentive, drowsy, daydreamy, spacey, in a fog, disorganized, and easily confused. May have learning disability, process information slowly, have trouble remembering things, and display low academic achievement. Often anxious, apprehensive, socially withdrawn, and may display mood disorders. May not be identified until later, when academic demands increase.
