Chp. 13

Question 1

Examples of externalizing disorders are ___

Answer 1

• ADHD

- Conduct

Question 2

Internalizing disorders are that of ____ nature. These are usually common in ___.

Answer 2

Internalizing disorders are that of acting within nature. These are usually common in girls.

Question 3

Examples of internalizing disorders are ___.

Answer 3

• Depression
• Anxiety
• Social Withdrawal
• They suffer in silence

Question 4

What is the prevalence rate of children in the US that suffer from psychiatric disorders?

Answer 4

20%

1 out of 5

Question 5

What is the criterion for ADHD?

Answer 5

ANY 5 OF THE FOLLOWING, FOR 6 MONTHS:

Fails to give close attention 
Can't focus
Can't sustain attention for long 
Doesn't listen to instructions
Can't organize tasks
Becomes easily distracted 

Must be present in 2 or more settings

Question 6

What is the prevalence rate of ADHD in kids in U. S. ?

Answer 6

3-7%

Question 7

What is the genetic rate of ADHD?

Answer 7

70-80%

• This means that parents don’t produce it, it’s biologically wired.

Question 8

What class of drugs are used for ADHD and what are some of the names of these drugs?

Answer 8

Stimulant classification

Drugs:
Ritalin 
Adderall
Concerta 
Strattera

Question 9

How do the drugs used to treat ADHD work on a child’s activity levels?

Answer 9

INCREASE in attention

DECREASE in activity

INCREASE in goal orientation

Question 10

Is it better to treat a child with ADHD with drugs or behavioral treatment?

Answer 10

Both!

Question 11

What kinds of psychological treatments are there for kids with ADHD?

Answer 11

Parent training

Change in classroom management

Question 12

What is the comorbidity rate in children’s of having ADHD and a Learning disability?

Answer 12

40- 60%

Question 13

Externalizing Disorders are that of _____ nature. These are usually more common in ____.

Answer 13

Externalizing Disorders are that of aggression and over activity nature. These are usually more common in boys.