Symptoms
Main symptom of ADHD
What is trouble paying attention--(focusing)
What are 3 core areas that need to be affected in order to diagnose ADHD?
To meet criteria for ADHD, core symptoms must impair function in academic, social, or occupational activities
You should take your medication only when taking a test at school or on days that you want to be focused.
What is false?
What are some common ADHD medications?
Methylphenidate (ritalin, concerta), Atomoxetine, and stimulants: Adderall, Dexedrine, Dexstrostat, Vyvanse,
This is a symptom some people with ADHD have. It may make others nervous or irritated.
What is hyperactivity?
People with ADHD have difficulty performing what kinds of activities?
What is difficulty focusing on "boring" tasks.
ADHD is shameful and no one needs to know you have it.
What is false. Your teachers and school staff can offer help to you if they know that you are struggling with ADHD symptoms. It is your choice who you want to tell, but school staff should know so that you can receive the support you need.
How soon do stimulant medications begin working?
Within 30-40 minutes
Other symptoms of ADHD
You might have some trouble fitting in with friends, or your friends may get frustrated with you.
What is problems with social skills.
People with ADHD usually cannot learn to live on their own and be responsible.
False
What are some side effects of ADHD medications?
Cardiac issues, loss in appetite, insomnia, panic, irritability
People with ADHD can remember things that happened a long time ago, but may have trouble with what type of memories?
What is short term memory problems.
What are the 3 subtypes of ADHD
Inattentive type, hyperactive-impulsive type, combined type
ADHD medications are safe to use if you don't have ADHD
False
What are some common non-medication treatments for ADHD
behavioral treatments, following routines and daily schedules, keeping distractors away
The area of the brain affected by ADHD controls what type of functions that help a person in daily living?
What are executive functioning skills (focus, organization, time management, short term memory).
What are some common co-morbidities that can go along with ADHD
Learning Disorders, language disorders, mood disorders, ASD, Sleep disorder, Tic disorders, Anxiety, Substance use, OCD, Conduct disorder
False
The evaluation for possible ADHD includes comprehensive medical, developmental, educational, and psychosocial evaluation
How do stimulants work to help with symptoms of ADHD?
They increase neurotransmitters in the brain that help with neurocognitive functioning, i.e. dopamine, norepinephrine.