ADHD
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.
What is executive function?
A set of cognitive processes that support goal-directed behavior, by regulating thoughts and actions through cognitive control, selecting and successfully monitoring actions that facilitate the attainment of chosen objectives. (Brain's ability to start and finish tasks, prioritize things, set goals etc.)
What is the disorder characterized by long term patterns of emotional instability, impulsive actions, self-image issues, and often chaotic relationships?
Borderline Personality Disorder.
Name two stressors in your life.
Any stressor mentioned.
Name your favorite movie and tell us why.
Free response
True or False: All kids with ADHD are hyperactive.
False, some may be hyperactive but some are inattentive with no hyperactivity.
What are three executive function skills?
time management, planning, self-control, inhibition, organization, attention, following directions, set and achieve goals, metacognition, juggling tasks, task initiation etc.
What is the difference between an anxiety attack and a panic attack?
Anxiety attack is triggered by a specific situation, gradually builds and can last longer with varied intensity. Panic attack starts suddenly with no warning and typically lasts 5-20 minutes with greater intensity.
When does stress stop being an evolutionary benefit and become a problem?
When it's intense, lasts a long time, or interferes with your daily life.
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What percentage of children in the US between the ages of 3 and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD? Is it 11.4%, 25.7 %, or 58%?
11.4%
What is the Pomodoro technique?
A time management method that involves breaking work into focused intervals, called "pomodoros", separated by short breaks.
What are the mood change cycles of bipolar disorder?
Mainly mania and depression. Some people can also experience hypomania (less severe mania), mixed episodes, and euthymia (a period of normal mood functioning).
True or False: Women are more likely to experience physical symptoms of stress.
True. This is largely due to greater hormonal fluctuations.
What are some skills that diamond painting gives you?
Improves dexterity, color perception, attention to detail, hand-eye coordination, finger and hand muscles, attention to detail.
Why is ADHD more commonly diagnosed in boys than girls?
Girls often exhibit more subtle symptoms like inattentiveness, which can be harder to identify compared to the more outwardly disruptive hyperactive behaviors typically seen in boys. Also due to societal expectations.
Name three tools or strategies for coping with executive dysfunction.
To-do lists, Tracking apps, routines, incentives, brain dumps, coaching, physical organizers, calendars, mind-mapping.
What is an effective treatment for phobia disorders?
Cortisol
Name the Trinidadian folklore figure who is a satyr also known as "Father of the Woods", protector of plants and animals.
Papa Bois
What percentage of adults diagnosed with ADHD actually seek treatment? Is it 10%, 25%, 30% or 50%?
25%
Name a strategy on how to strengthen executive function skills.
Be specific and clear on your big picture goals, build out a system, get good sleep, exercise, and nutrition.
Name at least 3 depressive disorders.
Major depressive disorder, seasonal affective disorder, persistent depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder.
What are the top three brain areas affected by stress? What are the functions of each area?
Amygdala (the fear response), hippocampus (memory), prefrontal cortex (decision making, executive functioning, social skills, inhibition of urges).
What it thought to be one of the healthiest beverages on the planet? Name one health benefit.
Matcha. (Weight loss, antioxidant, blood sugar regulation, cancer prevention, brain and cognitive health, relaxation, lowers cholesterol etc.)