Neurocognitive Disorders

Flashcards covering key concepts related to neurocognitive disorders, learning disabilities, assessments, interventions, and the role of care in pediatric mental health.

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Conditions that typically manifest early in development and are characterized by developmental deficits.

Learning Disabilities (LD)

Neurologically-based processing problems that interfere with learning basic skills such as reading, writing, or math.

Cognitive Disabilities (CD)

Affects the ability to process information, solve problems, and adapt to new situations, often linked to genetic conditions or prenatal exposure.

Assessment

Tool used to evaluate cognitive and mental health, aimed at identifying specific strengths and weaknesses in an individual.

Behavioral Therapy

Treatment involving behavioral interventions used for addressing issues in pediatric mental health.

Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)

Characterized by a consistent pattern of angry mood, argumentative behavior, and vindictiveness towards authority figures.

Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)

Characterized by recurrent, explosive outbursts of anger, disproportionate to the situation.

Conduct Disorder (CD)

Psychological condition marked by aggressive and deceitful behaviors that impair social, academic, or occupational functioning.

Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)

Characterized by symptoms such as difficulty sustaining attention, frequent careless mistakes, and forgetfulness.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Persistent patterns of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity interfering with functioning or development.

Anxiety Disorders

Mental health concerns that impact development and daily activities, characterized by excessive worry and avoidance.

Holistic Health Assessment

A comprehensive approach considering the whole person through gathering subjective data about personal experiences.

Therapeutic Regimen

Outline of treatment approaches for selected pediatric cognitive and mental health disorders.

Cognitive-behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Effective treatment for conditions such as ODD, anxiety disorders, and IED.

Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Critical document created for children with disabilities, outlining specialized teaching strategies and support.

Child Abuse and Developmental Disorders

Child abuse significantly affects the development and outcomes of children with neurodevelopmental disorders.

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy (MSBP)

A form of child medical abuse where a caregiver fabricates or induces illness in a child for attention or sympathy.