Question 1

"Looking at one's own behavior, given a predetermined criterion" best describes which strategy?
A) Self-observation
B) Self-assessment
C) Self-recording
D) Self-determination of reinforcement

Accepted Answer

Self-observation involves looking at one's own behavior and recording it based on a predetermined criterion, such as how often a behavior occurs or its context. Self-assessment involves evaluating one's own behavior based on a predetermined criterion, which may or may not involve observation. Self-recording involves keeping a detailed record of one's own behavior, often with the goal of identifying patterns or triggers for certain behaviors. Self-determination of reinforcement involves choosing and implementing rewards or consequences for one's own behavior, often in the context of behavior change or goal-setting.

Question 2

Which is not a side effect typically associated with psychostimulant medication?
A) Headaches
B) Depression
C) Hallucinations
D) Insomnia

Accepted Answer

Hallucinations are not typically associated with psychostimulant medication. Headaches, insomnia and, in some cases, depression are common side effects of these medications.

Question 3

When working with a student with ADHD, encouragement and reassurance by the teacher can serve to
A) Motivate the student to attend to the task at hand
B) Increase the student's self-esteem
C) Open lines of communication
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Encouragement and reassurance from the teacher can serve multiple purposes when working with a student with ADHD. It can help to motivate the student to attend to the task at hand, increase their self-esteem, and open up lines of communication between the student and teacher. All of these are important aspects of working with students with ADHD, making D the best choice.

Question 4

Medication for students with ADHD
A) Is often enough to control the students' behavior and increase achievement
B) Should always be used in addition to educational and behavioral interventions
C) Is ineffective the majority of the time
D) Will stunt growth

Accepted Answer

Medication alone is not a sufficient solution for students with ADHD. It should always be used in conjunction with educational and behavioral interventions, such as accommodations in the classroom, therapy, and coaching. A comprehensive approach is the most effective way to address the difficulties that students with ADHD face, including impulsivity, inattention, and hyperactivity. The right combination of interventions can help students with ADHD thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Question 5

The term comorbidity is used to describe
A) An overlap of multiple conditions
B) A condition for which there is no cure
C) Something that is easy to diagnose and treat
D) A rare blood disease

Accepted Answer

Comorbidity refers to the presence of multiple conditions or disorders in one individual at the same time. It often means that the management and treatment of one condition may be complicated by the presence of other conditions.

Question 6

ADHD has a high level of ____________________ with other problems such as learning disabilities and emotional disorders.
A) Comorbidity
B) Disconnect
C) Similarity
D) Discrepancy

Accepted Answer

ADHD often occurs alongside other conditions such as learning disabilities and emotional disorders. This is referred to as comorbidity, meaning the co-occurrence of two or more disorders in the same person. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B (Disconnect) and Option D (Discrepancy) do not accurately reflect the relationship between ADHD and other conditions, while Option C (Similarity) is not a relevant concept in this context.

Question 7

Classwide interventions for students with ADHD are
A) Only effective if all students in the classroom suffer from the disorder
B) A way to help students with ADHD without singling out one individual
C) Not commonly used
D) Often counterproductive for the students who do not have ADHD within the classroom

Accepted Answer

Classwide interventions are designed to help all students in the classroom, not just those with ADHD. By implementing strategies that benefit all students, it reduces the likelihood of singling out one individual and minimizes stigma. Effective class-wide interventions can actually benefit all students, including those without ADHD.

Question 8

You are concerned that one of your students may be exhibiting symptoms of ADHD.What is one of the first approaches you may take to assist the student before referring him or her for services?
A) Place the student in the least distracting location in the class
B) Adapt work assignments so the student has less to do
C) Allow the student to use additional learning aids
D) Recommend that the parents consider medication for their child

Accepted Answer

The first approach should be to make environmental adjustments, such as seating the student in the least distracting location in the class, before considering other interventions or services. This may help to reduce the impact of distractions on the student's ability to focus and learn.

Question 9

Self-monitoring behavior in students with ADHD
A) Is not effective in elementary-aged students
B) Does not work because students cheat
C) Is effective in improving academic and behavioral problems
D) Is extremely time-consuming to teach

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that self-monitoring programs can be effective in improving academic and behavioral outcomes in students with ADHD. Research also suggests that self-monitoring programs are more effective when integrated with other interventions, such as feedback from teachers and parents. While there may be some concerns about cheating, strategies can be put in place to prevent this from happening. While these programs may require some initial time investment to teach, the long-term benefits can make it a worthwhile investment.

Question 10

What may be the danger(s)of using medication to treat ADHD?
A) Negative side effects associated with the medication
B) Risks involved in managing medication within the school
C) The reliance on medication may result in less accountability of the student and professionals for certain behaviors
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

The danger(s) of using medication to treat ADHD may include negative side effects associated with the medication, risks involved in managing medication within the school, and the reliance on medication may result in less accountability of the student and professionals for certain behaviors. Therefore, the best choice is D, which includes all of the above.

Question 11

All of the following are examples of executive functions of the brain except
A) Working memory
B) Arousal levels
C) Inner speech
D) Motor coordination

Accepted Answer

Motor coordination is not an example of executive function of the brain. Executive functions are related to mental processes such as planning, decision-making, working memory, cognitive flexibility, and inhibitory control. Arousal levels, inner speech, and working memory are all examples of executive functions.

Question 12

___________________ was an early term used to describe distractible and impulsive students and faded because it undermined the difficulties these students experienced.
A) Strauss syndrome
B) Minimal brain injury
C) Hyperactive child
D) Attention impaired

Accepted Answer

"Minimal brain injury" was an early term used to describe distractible and impulsive students. However, this term faded because it undermined the difficulties these students experienced. The term "minimal brain injury" suggested that these students had some sort of brain damage, which was not always the case.

Question 13

All of the following are developmental features that distinguish ADHD from typical patterns of behavior in young children except
A) Inability to learn in a traditional classroom environment
B) Chronic over time
C) Generally pervasive across situations
D) Deviant from age-based standards

Accepted Answer

Inability to learn in a traditional classroom environment is not a developmental feature that distinguishes ADHD from typical patterns of behavior in young children. In fact, many children with ADHD are able to learn in a traditional classroom environment, although they may require accommodations or modifications to support their learning. The other options (B, C, and D) are all developmental features that do distinguish ADHD from typical patterns of behavior in young children.

Question 14

Because IDEA does not define ADHD, from what source does the text cite as the working definition of ADHD?
A) New England Journal of Medicine
B) American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
C) American Psychiatric Association
D) Johns Hopkins University

Accepted Answer

The text cites the American Psychiatric Association as the source of the working definition of ADHD.

Question 15

In regards to individuals with ADHD, postsecondary institutions
A) Are not required to make accommodations for students because they do not fall under IDEA
B) Are required to offer services if made aware that a student has been identified with the disorder
C) Are required to seek out students who may be affected by the disorder and offer them services
D) Can refuse services to a previously identified student if the institution's evaluation team does not agree with the identification

Accepted Answer

Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), postsecondary institutions are required to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities, including ADHD, if the student requests accommodations and provides documentation of their disability. Institutions are not required to seek out students with disabilities or offer services without a request from the student. Additionally, institutions cannot refuse services to a student solely based on the institution's evaluation team disagreeing with the student's identification of their disability.

Question 16

All of the following are potential characteristics of adults who have ADHD except
A) Chronic fatigue
B) Feelings of restlessness
C) Relationship difficulties
D) Anger management difficulties

Accepted Answer

Chronic fatigue is not a common characteristic of adults with ADHD. Other symptoms such as restlessness, relationship difficulties, and anger management difficulties are more commonly associated with the disorder.

Question 17

Psychostimulants prove ineffective in approximately how many instances?
A) 10%-15% of the time
B) 5%-10% of the time
C) 30%-40% of the time
D) 25%-30% of the time

Accepted Answer

The answer of Psychostimulants prove ineffective in approximately how many...

Question 18

Since IDEA does not recognize ADHD as one of the 13 categories of disabilities, under which category would a child who is diagnosed with ADHD most likely receive services?
A) Developmental delay
B) Intellectual disability
C) Other health impairments
D) Specific learning disabilities

Accepted Answer

ADHD is typically categorized as an Other Health Impairment (OHI) under IDEA. OHI covers conditions that limit a child's strength, energy or alertness, including but not limited to conditions like ADHD, diabetes, epilepsy, and asthma. Children with OHI are eligible for special education services under IDEA.

Question 19

Psychostimulants operate by increasing the production of what naturally occurring hormone?
A) Norepinephrine
B) Pseudoephedrine
C) Dopamine
D) Estrogen

Accepted Answer

Psychostimulants such as amphetamines and cocaine increase the levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine in the brain, leading to increased arousal, attention, and feelings of euphoria.

Question 20

The most important thing to remember about home-school collaboration is
A) The method in which the communication occurs
B) That communication is taking place with the head of the family
C) The student is aware that communication is taking place
D) That meaningful communication is taking place between school and the family

Accepted Answer

While all of the choices are important in home-school collaboration, the most crucial aspect is that meaningful communication is taking place between the school and the family. This communication should be regular, two-way, and focused on the needs and progress of the student. When both parties are invested in the student's education and work together to support their learning, the student is more likely to succeed.

Quiz 8: Individuals With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

"Looking at one's own behavior, given a predetermined criterion" best describes which strategy?

Which is not a side effect typically associated with psychostimulant medication?

When working with a student with ADHD, encouragement and reassurance by the teacher can serve to

Medication for students with ADHD

The term comorbidity is used to describe

ADHD has a high level of ____________________ with other problems such as learning disabilities and emotional disorders.

Classwide interventions for students with ADHD are

You are concerned that one of your students may be exhibiting symptoms of ADHD.What is one of the first approaches you may take to assist the student before referring him or her for services?

Self-monitoring behavior in students with ADHD

What may be the danger(s) of using medication to treat ADHD?

All of the following are examples of executive functions of the brain except

___________________ was an early term used to describe distractible and impulsive students and faded because it undermined the difficulties these students experienced.

All of the following are developmental features that distinguish ADHD from typical patterns of behavior in young children except

Because IDEA does not define ADHD, from what source does the text cite as the working definition of ADHD?

In regards to individuals with ADHD, postsecondary institutions

All of the following are potential characteristics of adults who have ADHD except

Psychostimulants prove ineffective in approximately how many instances?

Since IDEA does not recognize ADHD as one of the 13 categories of disabilities, under which category would a child who is diagnosed with ADHD most likely receive services?

Psychostimulants operate by increasing the production of what naturally occurring hormone?

The most important thing to remember about home-school collaboration is