Module 2: Development Flashcards by Andrea Armenta

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Pathophysiology of ADHD

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unclear
may involve deficit in dopamine and norepinephrine
delay in brain maturation in the prefrontal and frontal cortex areas

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Maternal risk factors of ADHD

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smoking cigarettes
alcohol
preterm labor
impaired oxygenation
sleep disorders
seizures/ neurologic disorders

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Common symptoms of ADHD

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difficulty completing tasks
constant fidgeting
is frequently loud and interrupts
sleep disturbances
difficulty with social relationships in school, with parents and siblings

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Diagnosis of ADHD

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begins with careful history (diagnosed by mental health professional or medical provider)

family history
birth history
growth and developmental milestones
behaviors such as sleep and eating patterns
progression, patterns in school
social, environmental conditions
reports from parents, teachers

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