Abnormal Behavior in Childhood

Abnormal Behavior in Childhood

Please choose 2 (two) questions below, and be sure to address all parts of each question- (cite sources and share resources as relevant): Please note that you will likely need the DSM-5 to fully understand criteria for diagnosis.

Name 3 real-life examples of how ADHD manifests itself in children. Before the diagnosis of ADHD existed, parents often had difficulty understanding and dealing with symptoms of ADHD. To parents, is the diagnosis of ADHD helpful or detrimental? How would you make the diagnosis of ADHD, and how would you share this news with parents?

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Would you include the child in your discussion?

Medication is commonly used in the treatment of ADHD. Even though as counselors, you will not have the ability to prescribe medication, many of your clients’ parents will ask your opinion about medication for ADHD. How will you address their question?

Abnormal Behavior in Childhood

Please choose 2 (two) questions below, and be sure to address all parts of each question- (cite sources and share resources as relevant): Please note that you will likely need the DSM-5 to fully understand criteria for diagnosis.

Name 3 real-life examples of how ADHD manifests itself in children. Before the diagnosis of ADHD existed, parents often had difficulty understanding and dealing with symptoms of ADHD. To parents, is the diagnosis of ADHD helpful or detrimental? How would you make the diagnosis of ADHD, and how would you share this news with parents?

Check tips on how to do your Psychology Assignments. 

Would you include the child in your discussion?

Medication is commonly used in the treatment of ADHD. Even though as counselors, you will not have the ability to prescribe medication, many of your clients’ parents will ask your opinion about medication for ADHD. How will you address their question?