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Title: When a clinician is deciding whether an adolescent meets the criteria for ADHD or ...
Post by: jesse5296 on Mar 9, 2018
When a clinician is deciding whether an adolescent meets the criteria for ADHD or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder they are making a decision based on a differential diagnosis.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Sandy inherited a biological predisposition toward impulsive behavior. However, she grew up in a religious family, and has several close friends who help to moderate her behavior. Sandy has ____ that reduce her impulsive behavior.
 
  a. safeguards
  b. defense mechanisms
  c. mitigating circumstances
  d. protective factors

Question 3

An understanding of developmental pathways and timing of a child's disorder helps mental health practitioners develop effective and timely interventions.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 4

Which of the following refers to a tendency to act quickly without careful thought?
 
  a. carelessness
  b. impulsivity
  c. extroversion
  d. foolishness

Question 5

Anthony displays a high level of anxiety as well as withdrawal from his peers and family. Anthony's behaviors would likely be described as internalizing.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


Title: When a clinician is deciding whether an adolescent meets the criteria for ADHD or ...
Post by: mati09missbrown on Mar 9, 2018
Answer to #1

T

Answer to #2

D

Answer to #3

T

Answer to #4

B

Answer to #5

T


Title: When a clinician is deciding whether an adolescent meets the criteria for ADHD or ...
Post by: jesse5296 on Mar 9, 2018
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