Background
Which 2 out of 4 members are diagnosed with ADHD?
Arianna and Ethan
The severity of ADHD is the same for everyone.
True or False?
False
Does being around other people with ADHD increase your chances of being diagnosed?
No
You are more likely to be diagnosed if:
A. You perform poorly in school
B. You get distracted easily
C. Difficulty telling stories
D. All of the above
D. All of the above
What is the average age to be diagnosed with ADHD?
A. 7
B. 15
C. 5
D. 21
A. 7
How many children have ever been diagnosed with ADHD?
A. 12 million
B. 750,000
C. 1.2 billion
D. 6.1 million
D. 6.1 million
Males are more likely to be diagnosed than females
True or False
True
Being dropped on your head as a kid could put you at risk for ADHD
True or False
True
There is a cure for ADHD
True or False?
False
What is the prevalence rate for boys with ADHD?
A. 7.3%
B. 14.0%
C. 27.9%
D. 0.5%
B. 14.0%
Minorities are more likely to be diagnosed than white children
True or False
False
What are some of the symptoms of ADHD?
Fidgeting, excessive talking, can't stay still, constant interrupting.
What does ADHD stand for?
A. Attention Distraction Hyperactive Disease
B. Addiction Drawn to Hot Dogs
C. Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
C. Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
Which race/ethnicity has the highest prevalence rate?
A. Non-Hispanic White
B. Non-Hispanic Black
C. Hispanic
D. Asian
B. Non-Hispanic Black
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for ADHD?
A. Environmental Toxins
B. Maternal drug usage while pregnant
C. Diet as youth
D. Pre-mature birth
C. Diet as youth
How many of all children had behavioral or conduct problems and ADHD?
A. 50%
B.25%
C. 65%
D. 12%
A. 50%