EDUC. 2301- Chpt. 8 Post-Test

IDEA defines attention deficit hyperactivity disorder as a neurodevelopmental disorder portrayed as a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development. A. True B. False

B. False

Deciding if the behavior has occurred, through some form of self-questioning activity refers to A. self-determination of reinforcement B. self-recording C. self-assessment D. self-observation

C. self-assessment

ADHD is believed to affect anywhere from ____ to ____ percent of the school-age population. A. 5; 11 B. 8; 10 C. 10; 15 D. 15; 20

A. 5; 11

Encouraging students with ADHD to have a notebook with dividers and folders for work is an example of an organization planning accommodation. A. True B. False

A. True

Hereditary factors are believed to account for a large percentage of hyperactive-impulsive behavior. A. True B. False

A. True

Hyperactive behavior is thought to be due to abnormalities in the cerebellum and/or basal ganglia. A. True B. False

A. True

Individuals who are gifted and talented are frequently diagnosed with ADHD. A. True B. False

A. True

Characteristically, students with ADHD do not seem to listen when directly spoken to. This behavior is considered to apply to which of the following components of ADHD? A. inattention B. hyperactivity C. impulsivity D. inattention-impulsivity combined

A. inattention

Providing additional reading time; use of previewing strategies and selecting text with less on a page are examples of ______________ accommodations. A. motor activity B. academic skills C. organization planning D. mood

B. academic skills

Characteristically, students with ADHD fidget, squirm, and cannot sit still. This behavior is considered to apply to which of the following components of ADHD? A. inattention B. hyperactivity C. impulsivity D. inattention-impulsivity combined

B. hyperactivity

William Cruickshank made all of the following educational recommendations for students who today would likely be recognized as exhibiting ADHD EXCEPT A. reducing nonessential classroom stimuli B. increasing time on task C. following a highly structured teacher-directed program D. enhancing the stimulus value of instructional materials

B. increasing time on task

The act of administering a reinforce to oneself is referred to as A. self-determination of reinforcement B. self-administration of reinforcement C. self-assessment D. self-observation

B. self-administration of reinforcement

Which of the following is not characteristic of adolescents with ADHD? A. excessive talking B. antisocial behavior C. academic success D. alcohol and drug abuse

C. academic success

Social problems and emotional difficulties experienced by students with ADHD include all EXCEPT: A. difficulty making friends and maintaining appropriate relationships with peers B. difficulty maintaining appropriate relationships with adults C. diminished self-confidence contributing to high self-esteem D. feelings of social isolation/rejection

C. diminished self-confidence contributing to high self-esteem **List possible etiological factors associated with ADHD.** (NOTE FROM TEACHER)

A historical term commonly used to describe youngsters who exhibit impulsivity, inattention, and/or hyperactivity. A. Strauss syndrome B. minimal brain injury C. hyperactive child syndrome D. executive functions

C. hyperactive child syndrome

Characteristically, students with ADHD often interrupt or intrude on others. This behavior is considered to apply to which of the following components of ADHD? A. inattention B. hyperactivity C. impulsivity D. inattention-impulsivity combined

C. impulsivity

Research has discounted many environmental explanations for ADHD including all of the following EXCEPT A. too much/too little sugar B. food additives C. lead poisoning D. fluorescent lighting

C. lead poisoning

Drugs that activate or enhance specific aspects of neurological functioning that in turn affect executive functions are referred to as which type of drug? A. antipsychotic B. antidepressants C. psychostimulants D. methamphetamines

C. psychostimulants

The behavioral deterioration sometimes observed in persons with ADHD as the effect of psychostimulant medication gradually wears off. A. doctor's office effect B. behavioral inhibition effect C. rebound effect D. self-regulation effect

C. rebound effect

ADHD is best described as A. a condition that is outgrown as an individual matures B. usually cured with appropriate medication C. a condition that can be eliminated with appropriate behavior interventions D. a lifelong struggle

D. a lifelong struggle

Characteristics of individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include all except A. difficulty sustaining attention to tasks or while playing B. failure to complete tasks C. blurts out answers D. consistently has items necessary for task completion

D. consistently has items necessary for task completion

Internal regulation of one's behavior through control of emotions, inner speech working memory, arousal levels, and motivation. Considered impaired in individuals with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. A. Strauss syndrome B. minimal brain injury C. hyperactive child syndrome D. executive functions

D. executive functions

While the precise cause of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is unknown, researchers are exploring several possibilities including all EXCEPT A. neurological foundations B. hereditary contributions C. environmental conditions D. traumatic brain injuries

D. traumatic brain injuries

Students with ADHD can benefit from all of the assistive technologies EXCEPT A. using a seat cushion B. fidgeting with a toy C. computerized monitoring systems D. video games during instruction

D. video games during instruction