Question 1

According to the text, which of the following are the two fastest-emerging neurodevelopmental disorders?
A) Autism and learning disabilities
B) Non-verbal learning disorder and substance use disorder
C) Autism and attention deficithyperactivity disorder
D) Cerebral palsy and muscular dystrophy

Accepted Answer

Autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are widely recognized as two of the fastest-emerging neurodevelopmental disorders in recent years.

Question 2

Mindblindness is a symptom that is frequently observed in people with:
A) More than three siblings
B) Dyslexia
C) Visual impairments
D) Autism spectrum disorders

Accepted Answer

Mindblindness refers to the difficulty in understanding and attributing mental states to oneself and others, which is a common symptom in individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

Question 3

Approximately _____%of American schoolchildren have been diagnosed with attention deficithyperactivity disorder at some time in their lives.
A) 5
B) 10
C) 15
D) 20

Accepted Answer

Approximately 10% of American schoolchildren have been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) at some time in their lives, according to various studies and reports.

Question 4

Being either hypersensitive or hyposensitive to sensory stimuli is most commonly associated with:
A) Autism spectrum disorders
B) Learning disabilities
C) Multiple sclerosis
D) Polio

Accepted Answer

Sensory processing issues, such as being hypersensitive or hyposensitive to sensory stimuli, are commonly associated with autism spectrum disorders.

Question 5

Asperger's syndrome is a form of:
A) Autism
B) Learning disability
C) Cancer
D) Cerebral palsy

Accepted Answer

Asperger's syndrome is a form of autism, which is a developmental disorder affecting communication and behavior.

Question 6

The underlying cause of symptoms associated with attention deficithyperactivity disorder is thought to be:
A) Diabetic neuropathy
B) Environmental toxins
C) Nutritional deficiency
D) Impairments in the brain's executive functioning

Accepted Answer

ADHD is believed to be linked to impairments in the brain's executive functioning, which affects attention, impulse control, and activity levels.

Question 7

As many as ______%of adults with attention deficithyperactivity disorder have co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
A) 30
B) 50
C) 70
D) 90

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Approximately what percentage of people with autism spectrum disorders are employed upon exiting high school?
A) 10
B) 30
C) 50
D) 70

Accepted Answer

Approximately 10% of people with autism spectrum disorders are employed upon exiting high school.

Question 9

Both autism spectrum disorders and attention deficithyperactivity disorder are:
A) Significantly more common in females than in males
B) Significantly more common in males than in females
C) Genetically linked conditions that are passed down on the maternal side of the family
D) Rare disorders according to criteria set forth by the American Psychiatric Association

Accepted Answer

Both autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are significantly more common in males than in females.

Question 10

Which of the following are described as most effective counseling interventions with people with attention deficithyperactivity disorder?
A) Insight-based, non-directive techniques
B) Role plays and empty chair techniques
C) Encounter groups
D) Structured, directive techniques

Accepted Answer

Structured, directive techniques are most effective for individuals with ADHD as they provide clear guidance and organization, which help manage symptoms like inattention and impulsivity.

Question 11

Name three symptoms that are common to both people with autism spectrum disorders and attention deficithyperactivity disorder.

Accepted Answer

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Question 12

Name three commonlycited employment barriers for youth and adults with autism spectrum disorders.

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 3: Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

According to the text, which of the following are the two fastest-emerging neurodevelopmental disorders?

Mindblindness is a symptom that is frequently observed in people with:

Approximately _____%of American schoolchildren have been diagnosed with attention deficithyperactivity disorder at some time in their lives.

Being either hypersensitive or hyposensitive to sensory stimuli is most commonly associated with:

Asperger's syndrome is a form of:

The underlying cause of symptoms associated with attention deficithyperactivity disorder is thought to be:

As many as ______%of adults with attention deficithyperactivity disorder have co-occurring psychiatric disorders.

Approximately what percentage of people with autism spectrum disorders are employed upon exiting high school?

Both autism spectrum disorders and attention deficithyperactivity disorder are:

Which of the following are described as most effective counseling interventions with people with attention deficithyperactivity disorder?

Name three symptoms that are common to both people with autism spectrum disorders and attention deficithyperactivity disorder.

Name three commonlycited employment barriers for youth and adults with autism spectrum disorders.