ADHD
What is ADHD?
Chronic condition of attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness
According to a 2008 study, how many times more likely is a child with ADHD a target of bullying?
10X
What method did Rick Lavoy use to help kids with ADHD in the classroom?
Reinforcing steps towards behavior
What gender is more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD?
Males
What is ADHD caused by?
Genetics
ADHD impares what 4 functional regions of the brain?
Frontal Cortex
Limbic System
Basal Ganglia
Reticular Activating System
At what age does symptoms of ADHD first appear?
3-6
What race is more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD?
Whites
When does ADHD begin?
Childhood
When this part of the brain "short-circuits," it can result in inattention, impulsive, and hyperactivity.
Reticular Activating System
What percentage of Adults deal with ADHD?
4%
What organization determined that children with ADHD are prone to hospital visits?
CDC
What age is the average diagnosis of ADHD?
Is it true that all personality types (shy vs. outgoing) can develop ADHD?
Yes - anyone can be diagnosed!
Which part of the brain regulates emotion and attention?
Limbic system
What is the percentage of increase of ADHD diagnosis in the past 8 years?
42%
What two neurotransmitters may play a role in the development of ADHD?
nor-epinephrine and dopamine
Why is it difficult to tell who has ADHD?
What state has the highest ADHD Rate?
Kentucky