ADHD
Individuals with this order often struggle with impulsivity, hyperactivity, and difficulty sustaining attention.
What is ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
ADHD is a neuro-developmental disorder that affects both children and adults impacting their ability to focus and control impulses.
The term for eating large amounts of food in a short period accompanied by a feeling of lack of control.
What is binge eating?
Binge eating is a key feature of binge eating disorder and Bulimia Nervosa.
Intentional bodily harm or injury to a child by a parent or caregiver.
What is physical abuse?
Physical abuse is a form of child maltreatment involving the use of force, that may result in injury.
Financial exploitation, neglect, and emotional abuse is often seen in this vulnerable population.
What is elder abuse?
Importance of routine and predictability for individuals with ASD
What is providing a sense of security, reducing anxiety and supporting daily functioning?
Routine and predictability contribute to the well-being of individuals with ASD.
A commonly prescribed non-stimulant medication.
What is Strattera?
Non-stimulant medication like Strattera is one approach to manage the ADHD symptoms.
People with this eating disorder may engage in restrictive eating, have an intense fear of gaining weight and a distorted body image.
What is Anorexia Nervosa?
Anorexia Nervosa is a psychiatric condition characterized by extreme weight loss and a preoccupation with body image.
Signs that a child may be experiencing neglect.
What are poor hygiene, unattended medical needs and insufficient supervision?
Neglect involves the failure to provide a child's basic needs.
A long-term patient in your care has stopped buying prescribed meds for the last 3 months.
What is financial abuse?
Financial abuse involves controlling or exploiting someone's financial resources.
An individual having challenges with social communication and purposeless movements.
What is stereotypies or repetitive behavior?
Purposeless movements is often seen in individuals with ASD. These can include body rocking, head-nodding, finger tapping, thumb sucking, nail biting, among others.
In addition to attention and hyperactivity these skills may be a struggle for an individual with ADHD.
What is Executive Function Skills, specifically planning and organization?
Executive functional deficits including difficulties in planning and organization are common in individual with ADHD
This eating disorder is characterized by episodes of over eating followed by compensatory behaviors.
What is Bulimia Nervosa?
It is a serious eating disorder that involves a cycle of binge eating followed by vomiting or excessive exercise.
Use of verbal or non-verbal actions to harm a child’s mental well-being.
What is emotional abuse?
Emotional abuse can have lasting effects on a child’s mental health.
The role of law enforcement in responding to cases of domestic violence.
What is protecting victims, providing resources, and pursuing legal action against perpetrators.
Law enforcers play a crucial role in addressing domestic violence.
Use of visual schedules, provide sensory breaks, and foster social skills development among students.
How can teachers support students with ASD in the classroom?
These accommodations can enhance the learning experience for students with ASD.
Medication used to help improve attention and reduce hyperactivity.
What is stimulant medication (Adderall/Ritalin)?
Stimulant medications are often prescribed to manage symptoms of ADHD and improve cognitive functioning.
Individuals with eating disorders use compensatory behaviors to manage their weight.
What are vomiting, excessive exercise and laxative views?
Compensatory behaviors are used to offset the effects of binge eating and to control weight.
The legal obligation for professionals who work with children if they suspect child abuse.
What is mandatory reporting to child protective services?
Professionals are often legally required to report suspected child abuse to protect the child.
Potential barriers that may prevent victims of domestic violence from seeking help.
What is fear of retaliation, financial dependence, and lack of support?
Overcoming these barriers is crucial for victims to seek help.
Providing sensory friendly spaces, clear communication and accommodations.
How can workplaces create an inclusive environment for individuals with autism?
Inclusive workplaces support the diverse needs of individuals.
Teachers can provide structure, clear expectation and incorporate visual aides.
How can teachers support students with ADHD in the classroom?
Classroom accommodations can help students with ADHD to succeed academically.
This therapy is used for treating disorders.
What is Psychotherapy? (including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and family-based therapy)
Psychotherapy is often a crucial component in the treatment of eating disorders addressing both psychological and behavioral aspects.
Parents create a safe environment for their children to prevent abuse.
What is open communication, teaching personal boundaries, and fostering a supportive family environment?
You notice an elderly person with bruises on the body, lack of hygiene, and dehydration.
What is physical abuse?
Physical abuse is a form of adult maltreatment.
A 6-year-old child with ASD is admitted in a private room and refuses to play with soft toys and puzzles. What alternative toys can you offer?
What are mechanical, shiny toys with repetitive action?
Toys with repetitive motions tend to capture the attention of children with ASD.