Fun Facts
What is the definition of comorbidity?
two or more disorders existing simultaneously in a individual
Symptoms of aggression, angry mood, and defiance towards authority figures is a symptom of what disorder comorbid with ADHD?
oppositional defiant disorder
What mood disorder is characterized by grandiosity, excessive speech, lack of sleep, and racing thoughts and is similar to ADHD?
Bipolar Disorder
What are some overlapping symptoms between ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Social skills, attention, concentration, impulsivity, hyperactivity
What occupations may be impacted by ADHD?
ADLs, IADLs, sleep, education, work, play
Should stimulant medication be the sole treatment for people with ADHD?
no, often times off-label meds or alternative treatment such as CBT / ABA can be equally as effective
What is the main difference between ADHD and conduct disorder?
people with conduct disorder destroy property have violence towards people and animals, while people with ADHD may be impulsive and not harming others
Why might ADHD and anxiety be frequently comorbid in children and adults?
Those with ADHD may experience anxiety from constant redirection, overstimulation, and emotional dysregulation
Which of these learning disorders can be also seen with ADHD? Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
all of the above
How might routines be impacted by a comorbid ADHD diagnosis?
habits can be impacted because if someone has depression and ADHD they may loose motivation to brush their teeth in the morning
What percentage, (according to the CDC) of children have a comorbid ADHD condition?
78%
True or False: Dysruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder is not a comorbidity of ADHD
False
How might depression be different from ADHD?
people with depression may have a persistent depressed mood, physical sluggishness and withdrawal from daily activities
This disorder comorbid with ADHD has symptoms of sudden uncontrollable movements or sounds
Tic disorder/tourettes
Name one motor skill impacted by ADHD and bipolar disorder
coordinates, manipulates, grips, reaches, etc
True or False: Comorbidities can often mask ADHD symptoms or mimic them
True
What can Oppostional Defiant Disorder later turn into?
Conduct disorder, Antisocial personality
True or False: people with ADHD may self medicate with substances to alleviate symptoms
True
What is the most common neuro-developmental comorbidity with ADHD?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
How might having ADHD and conduct Disorder impact someones occupation of education?
They may get in trouble at school, be disruptive in class, act out and hurt others, destroy school property, etc
What are some factors that can contribute to ADHD Comorbidities?
What are some treatments for ADHD and ODD?
parent training, positive reinforcement, medication, therapy
What is a vital component when treating ADHD and Depression?
monitoring for suicidal thoughts and behaviors
Which comorbidity impacts sleep the most?
ADHD and Autism
How might having a learning disorder and ADHD impact someones body functions?
it may impact their attention, memory, visual functions, auditory,