True or False
Accommodations for learners with ADHD should be individualized rather than given exactly the same way to everyone
True
Which of the following is most associated with inattention?
A. Interrupting others
B. Forgetting daily tasks
C. Constant fidgeting
B. Forgetting daily tasks
ADHD stands for _____
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD always involves hyperactivity
False - ADHD may present as predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive-impulsive, or combined
A learner is easily distracted by students passing near the classroom door. What is the best response?
A. Move the learner to an area with fewer distractions
B. Give the learner more work
C. Punish the learner for looking away
A. Move the learner to an area with fewer distractions
This classroom strategy involves immediately recognizing and encouraging appropriate behavior.
Positive reinforcement
ADHD symptoms must have been present before age 12
True
Which of the following is an informal method used in ADHD assessment?
A. Behavioral rating scale
B. Direct classroom observation
C. Standardized executive functioning inventory
B. Direct classroom observation
Difficulty sustaining attention, following instructions, and staying focused belongs to this symptom area.
Inattention