True/False
Depression is rare in children...
What is -False
-Suicide 3rd leading cause of death (15-24-y.o.)
Approved by FDA in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder for the treatment of irritability R/T ASD (2 Meds)
1. Risperidone (Risperdal) in children & adolescents 5 – 16 years old
2. Aripiprazole (Abilify) in children & adolescents 6 – 17 years old
Noncompliance w/ task expectations R/T low frustration tolerance/ short attention span
What is ADHD
characterized by a withdrawal of the child into the self and into a fantasy world of his or her own creation; with impairment in social interaction & interpersonal communication.
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder
Anxiety is the most common childhood psychiatric disorder...
What is True
Individuals with history of seizures or eating disorders should not take this medication used in treatment of ADHD
What is Bupropion (Wellbutrin)
Low self-esteem related to embarrassment associated with tic behaviors
What is Tourette's disorder
Disorder that involves repetitive movements or unwanted sounds that can't be easily controlled.
What is Tourettes Syndrome
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is over-diagnosed...
What is True
Drug of 1st choice for Tourette's Disorder due to favorable SE profile used
What is Alpha agonists
Clonidine (Catapres)
Guanfacine (Tenex, Intuniv)
Impaired verbal communication related to withdrawal into the self; neurological alterations
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder
Disorder of excessive fear and anxiety concerning separation from those whom the individual is attached
What is Separation Anxiety Disorder
SSRIs should not be prescribed to children or adolescents who suffer from depression...
What is True
Will often make worse/suicidal
Medications used in ASD target which symptoms?
What is:
Aggression
Deliberate self-injury
Temper tantrums
Quickly changing moods
Risk for injury R/T impulsive, accident-prone behavior; inability to perceive self-harm
What is ADHD
Disorder, there is a repetitive & persistent pattern of behavior in which the basic rights of others and major age-appropriate societal norms or rules are violated
What is Conduct Disorder
Psychostimulants are effective in treating the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in most children...
What is True
Drug class of medications commonly used in ADHD
What is CNS stimulants
Risk for self-directed or other-directed violence related to low tolerance for frustration
What is Tourette's Disorder
Characterized by persistent pattern of angry mood, defiant behavior that occurs ↑ than usually observed in individuals of comparable age & developmental level, interferes w/ social, educational, or vocational activities.
What is Oppositional Defiant Disorder