Factoids
When ADHD symptoms have to begin for diagnosis.
What is childhood or before age 12.
In girls, ADHD often...
What is goes undiagnosed
These are 3 symptoms associated with inattention in ADHD
What are lacks attention to detail, does not seem to listen when spoken to directly, difficulty with organization
This therapy modality focuses on teaching coping mechanisms, improving time management and reducing impulsive behaviors
What is CBT
He is the most decorated athlete in Olympic history, having won 28 medals
Who is Michael Phelps.
ADHD starts in childhood but can last until...
What is adulthood.
This is the percentage of individuals with ADHD having a co-occurring disorder
What is (at least) 60%
These are 3 symptoms associated with hyperactivity/impulsivity in ADHD
What are fidgeting, running/climbing in inappropriate settings, blurting out
This class of medication works to modulate neurotransmitter activity in individuals with ADHD and is less likely to be abused
What are non-stimulants
The most decorated American female gymnast of all time.
Who is Simone Biles.
There are how many types of ADHD.
What is three. They are:
People with ADHD often report a heightened or inflated sense of fairness which is called this
What is justice sensitivity (tendency to perceive and react intensely to injustice, unfairness, or wrongdoing)
This is how long symptoms must be present in order to make a diagnosis
What is at least 6 mos
This is a self-management strategy in which you delay decision-making, big purchases, or reactions to control impulsivity
What is the 24 hour rule
Considered by many to be the greatest basketball player of all time. He won six NBA championships on the Chicago Bulls.
Who is Michael Jordan.
To be diagnosed with ADHD symptoms have to...
cause a disturbance in your life. This may look like having trouble paying attention, controlling impulsive behaviors (may act without thinking about what the result will be), or be overly active.
Many individuals with ADHD experience this phenomenon in which they lose track of time when doing activities or tasks they find interesting
What is hyperfocus
This is how many settings the symptoms must be present in to make a diagnosis
What is more than one
This class of medications can be addictive and are often abused.
What are stimulants
She was born into a wealthy family that owns a popular hotel chain
Who is Paris Hilton
This is the ratio that represents ADHD in males vs females
What is 2:1
What is genetics
This key symptom manifests behaviorally as hastiness, inability to delay gratification, social intrusiveness, and lack of consideration for long-term consequences
What is impulsivity
These are 3 things that an individual with ADHD can do to help improve their symptoms (outside of therapy and/or medication)
What are diet (omega 3's), exercise, proper sleep hygiene
He is the founder of Microsoft
Who is Bill Gates