Classification & Symptoms
Hyperactivity and impulsivity type, inattention type, and combined type.
What are the three classes of ADHD?
Multi-model.
What is the treatment that is considered to be the “gold standard”?
Boys.
What gender is more vulnerable for ADHD-H (hyperactive) and ADHD-HI (combined)?
12
What is the oldest you can be to meet diagnostic criteria, even retrospectively?
Consistent movement, restlessness and fidgeting which often persist into adulthood.
What is a symptom of Hyperactivity and impulsivity type (ADHD-H)?
Parents, guardians and/or school facilitators.
Who is educated in the Psycho-education model of treatment?
Girls.
What gender is more vulnerable to ADHD-I (inattention)?
Medical interview, physical examination, psychological evaluation (including family history and problems).
What is the first steps taken for diagnosis?
Learning, Listening and Remembering.
What is one area that is affected by inattentive type (ADHD-I)?
Dopamine and Norepinephrine.
What are the two neurotransmitters that pharmaceutical treatment aim towards?
2:1
What is the ratio of boys to girls diagnosed with ADHD.
Abnormalities in the dopaminergic and noradrenergic neurotransmission systems.
What is the pathophysiological basis for ADHD?