The acronym ADHD, a disorder characterized by Inattention, hyperactivity & impulsivity diagnosed in two different settings for 6 months or longer, stands for:
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: ADHD
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An example of an Antecedent-based modification, or a modification aimed at correcting ADHD behavior before it can occur, is:
• Post Classroom rules and review regularly
• Fewer rules the better but be consistent
• Praise those who follow rules
• Post rules on desks on index cards
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ADD and ADHD are caused by a lack of willpower.
Myth.
ADHD is a disorder, and is not caused by a lack of willpower.
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Are there different types of ADHD?
Yes: Inattentive, hyperactive/impulsive or a combination.
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An example of a consequence based modification, or a modification aimed at correcting ADHD behavior after it has occured is:
• Teacher praise for appropriate behaviors
• Tokens redeemed for comp. time or privilege
• Tokens taken away when behavior not acceptable
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Sitting students in the front of the room works well for all students with ADHD.
Myth. Some students do better in the front, while others do better in the back or in the middle. Every student is different.
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How many students have ADHD in the US today?
CDC says 7.5% or 5.4 million school age persons have this condition.
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Students with ADHD are:
A- often Unpopular with peers
B- Are often Underachievers in the classroom
C- Are often School Dropouts
D - Are More likely to be sexually active
E - All of the above.
E - All of the above
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ADD and ADHD occur in people of all levels of intelligence.
Fact.
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Students with ADHD respond better to ___________ gratification rather than delayed gratification.
Instant.
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What other things are students with ADHD often diagnosed with?
Students with ADHD are often diagnosed with comorbid disorders such as Depression, Anxiety or Opposition disorder.
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Medications for ADD and ADHD are likely to cause long term problems with substance abuse or other health concerns.
Myth. Medications can work wonders for correcting behaviors, and have not been known to cause long term problems with substance abuse.
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Students with ADHD are eligible for this special education document.
What is an IEP?
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A type of behavioral and academic motivator in which the teacher rates the students' ability to do things like sit still in their seat and pay attention in class is called :
Daily Behavior report card.
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Unless you have been diagnosed with ADD or ADHD as a child, you cannot be diagnosed as an adult.