OTHER CHILDHOOD DISORDERS

ADHD, ODD, CD

ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER FEATURES

ADHD

common 6% of kids

very creative & hyperfocus but difficult to do everyday activities (HW)

unpopular/unsocial bc of words hurting others

parents help create habit to focus on school

hard regulating emotion

ADHD CAUSES

strong genetics especially if mom has it

ADHD TREATMENT

meds —> stimulants (ritalin, adderal), antidepressants

early intervention CBT

ADHD & THE BRAIN

dopamine released & helps grab attention

superpower= creative, hyperfocus

brain needs stimulus

ADHD DIAGNOSIS CRITERIA

usually before age 12

comorbid w/ depression & anxiety

6 Sx younger than 17

5 Sx older than 17

impairs in more than 1 setting

ADHD INATTENTION SYMPTOMS

mind seems elsewhere

(criteria A1)

distracted by external stimulus & daily activities

dont follow instructions or finish work

forgetful/lose items

disorganized

ADHD HYPERACTIVITY & IMPULSIVITY SYMPTOMS

(criteria A2)

fidgeting, restlessness (driven by motor)

yapping

hard to focus/engage in quiet tasks ADHD

interrupts/intrudes others

ADHD SPECIFIERS

combined presentation

predominantly inattentive

predominantly hyperactivity/impulsive

OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANT DISORDER (ODD)

disruptive behavior (to mostly adults)

w/ hostility, stubborn, strong temper, belligerence, spiteful

onset =3/4 (3% kids mostly boys )

CONDUCT DISORDER (CD)

ADHD —> ODD —> CD

childhood precursor to antisocial PD

repated violation of other rights & social norms

agressive, lying, stealing, running away, physcial cruelty

80% have ODD

CD & ODD TREATMENT

cohesive family model

behavior skills

not helpful = intensify behavior