Question 1

Which of the following environmental influences has been found to contribute to the development of ADHD?

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A)   Prenatal smoking
B)   Low socioeconomic status
C)   Parental marital instability and discord
D)   All of the aboveE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

The diagnostic criteria for intellectual disability include an assessment of adaptive functioning because an IQ score is

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A)   not a measure of intelligence.
B)   an insufficient measure of impairment.
C)   is not adjusted statistically for people of different ages.
D)   score is always highly inaccurate.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Because the diagnosis of ADHD is comparable across countries,

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A)   ADHD is considered normal high activity level of children.
B)   It is now found to be equally prevalent among boys and girls.
C)   this suggests that ADHD is no longer thought to be the result of intolerant parents.
D)   this suggests that ADHD has significantly increased and spread worldwide.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

The child with Down syndrome on the "Abnormal Psychology Live" CD had trouble

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A)   following directions.
B)   interacting with other children.
C)   playing with toys appropriately.
D)   all of the aboveE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 5

The percentage of people with intellectual disability who are classified as mildly intellectually disabled is approximately ______.

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A)   90%
B)   70%
C)   50%
D)   25%E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

Asperger's disorder shares characteristics similar to autistic disorder except for

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A)   the language delay present in autistic disorder.
B)   the language delay present in Asperger's disorder.
C)   impairments in social relationships seen in autistic disorder.
D)   impairments in social relationships seen in Asperger's disorder.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a communication disorder?

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A)   Expressive language disorder
B)   Selective mutism
C)   Asperger's disorder
D)   StutteringE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Explain what is meant by learning disorders,and why the effects of a reading disorder might be influenced by the language the person speaks.

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Question 9

Which best describes the way attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) develops as children grow into adulthood?

Accepted Answer

A)   Children tend to outgrow ADHD.
B)   ADHD tends to evolve into more severe forms of pathology.
C)   Symptoms remain relatively stable throughout the lifespan for most individuals.
D)   Manifestations of ADHD tend to change over time but many problems often persist.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

According to your text,the reason that countries previously reporting lower rates of ADHD than those found in the United States are now finding rates of the disorder closer to the rate reported in the U.S.is

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A)   improvements in diagnosis.
B)   better parent education.
C)   the influence of drug companies.
D)   poor parenting.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of a primary characteristic of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder?

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A)   Poor academic achievement
B)   Unpopularity with peers
C)   Hyperactivity
D)   Low self-esteemE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 12

An appropriate treatment goal for an autistic child is

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A)   resolution of all autistic symptoms by age 18.
B)   immediate cessation of ritualistic behaviors.
C)   development of normal social skills by age 18.
D)   reduction in tantrums and enhancement of communication skills.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

Discuss the DSM-IV criteria for intellectual disability and the controversy regarding descriptions of the different levels of this disorder.

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There are three criteria for the diagnos...

Question 14

In order to diagnose an individual with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder,it is necessary for symptoms to be present in

Accepted Answer

A)   both symptom clusters.
B)   the hyperactivity cluster.
C)   the area of impulsivity.
D)   either of the symptom clusters.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

Which area of learning is affected by a learning disorder in approximately 4% to 10% of the population?

Accepted Answer

A)   Written expression
B)   Oral communication
C)   Mathematics
D)   ReadingE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

Based on the research of Lovaas (1987) ,improvements in the intellectual and educational functioning of autistic children have been documented for intervention programs that

Accepted Answer

A)   use a group therapy model.
B)   provide multiple therapists.
C)   meet one-on-one for 40 hours per week.
D)   are school based.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

Which is the most accurate statement regarding the causes of intellectual disability?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is caused by genetics.
B)   It has four known causes.
C)   It is caused by either substances or trauma.
D)   It has hundreds of known causes.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 18

The drug Strattera (atomoxetine) appears effective for some children with ADHD,and according to recent research,does not cause the same _______ as stimulant medication when used in larger doses.

Accepted Answer

A)   intolerance
B)   withdrawal symptoms
C)   "high"
D)   academic disturbanceE) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 19

Recent research has shown that ADHD

Accepted Answer

A)   is considered to be highly influenced by genetics with a relatively small role played by environmental influences.
B)   is caused by multiple genes
C)   appears be related to the neurotransmitter dopamine.
D)   all of the aboveE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 20

Generally speaking,the treatment for an autistic child should involve

Accepted Answer

A)   behavioral therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
B)   behavioral therapy, home schooling, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
C)   cognitive therapy, school-based education, and a focus on developing as much independence as possible.
D)   behavioral therapy and a focus on provisions for long-term custodial care.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Exam 14: Developmental Disorders

Explain what is meant by learning disorders,and why the effects of a reading disorder might be influenced by the language the person speaks.

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Based on the research of Lovaas (1987) ,improvements in the intellectual and educational functioning of autistic children have been documented for intervention programs that

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The percentage of people with intellectual disability who are classified as mildly intellectually disabled is approximately ______.

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Generally speaking,the treatment for an autistic child should involve

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Which of the following is an example of a primary characteristic of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder?

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According to your text,the reason that countries previously reporting lower rates of ADHD than those found in the United States are now finding rates of the disorder closer to the rate reported in the U.S.is

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Discuss the DSM-IV criteria for intellectual disability and the controversy regarding descriptions of the different levels of this disorder.

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Recent research has shown that ADHD

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The diagnostic criteria for intellectual disability include an assessment of adaptive functioning because an IQ score is

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Which of the following environmental influences has been found to contribute to the development of ADHD?

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