Everything Else Flashcards
(169 cards)
What is a problem with DSM 4 classification?
Assumption that each disorder is separate
Often we see comorbidity
What is the goal of DSM 5?
Prognosis based on individual rather than testing
What are some criticisms of DSM-5?
- lacks transparency
- conflict of interest
- ## lack of outside input
What is the Bereavement exclusion?
No exclusion of diagnosis for 2 months
- now you can diagnosis something directly after a situation occurs (like depression after a loved ones death)
For something to be diagnosed what criteria must be met?
- symptoms - patterns of cognition and behavior subjectively reported
- signs - patterns of cognition and behavior objectively observed
- timing - symptoms and signs present at a certain frequency
- impairment - in two or more realms
How many major diagnostic classes are in the DSM-5?
19
What is body integrity disorder?
Wanting healthy limbs cut off because “it feels right”
What is the official coding system?
Not DSM 5
- international classification of diseases, clinical manifestation (ICD-9-CM)
When must ADHD be presented?
- Before age 12
- 2 or more settings - academic, social, family
- 3-5% of school aged children have ADHD
What are the two types of ADHD?
- inattentive: focus and organize
- hyperactive/impulsive: loud and interruptive
Where does inattentive ADHD present most?
In girls
What are things that cause ADHD?
Genetics, in utero exposure (nicotine, alcohol, cannibis), notochord trauma, frontal lobe trauma (heavy metal exposure),
What are some comorbidities of ADHD?
Learning disabilities ODD Anxiety disorders Mood disorders Psychotic
What can TICS be confused for?
ADHD
What is a function problem in ADHD?
The executive function is significantly lower than IQ
What are some things you rule out before diagnosing ADHD?
- Neuro seizures
- Tourette’s
- migraines
- endocrine
- diabetes
- drugs
- sleep disorders
What may “i can’t play video games all day long” indicate?
ODD or learning disorder
What may “video games are boring” indicate?
ADHD
What are some tests for ADHD?
Wisconsin card sorting test
- working memory and processing speed
What is cloninger “dimensions?”
It describes personality
- increased risk taking
- decreased harm avoidance
- reward dependance
- only ADHD
What are the stages of ADHD treatment?
- Stage 0: adjunctive - special ed if with learning disabilities. Parent education. Behavior modifications. Individual therapy.
- Stage 1: methylphenidate (Ritalin) or amphetamine
- stage 2: Ritalin, adderall, focalin (continuous-concerta)
- stage 3: atomoxetine
- stage 4: atomoxetine plus stim
- stage 5: TCAs
- stage 6: alpha agonist (2) BP meds to calm - little focus
What are two last stage ADHD meds?
Alpha agonists
Clonidine
Gaunfacine
What drug can cure both ADHD and anxiety?
Atomoxetine
How do you treat ADHD with tic disorders?
1: stim mono therapy
2: stim and alpha agonists
3: add atypical antipsychotic
4: add pimozide or haloperidol