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What are symptoms of ADHD?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
inattention
hyperactivity
impulsivity
How do you diagnose ADHD?
have to have at least 6 hyperactivity/impulse symptoms and 6 inattention symptoms DSM IV
What is treatment for ADHD?
stimulants- methylphenidate, amphetamine/dextroamphetamine
What are symptoms of sensory processing disorder in adolescents?
overly sensitive to touch, noise, smell, or other people
poor self-esteem
afraid of failing at new tasks
lethargic and slow
always on the go
impulsive
,distractible
clumsy, slow, poor motor skills or handwriting
What are comorbidities of depression?
anxiety disorder can correlate with depression
ADHD
conduct, learning, and oppositional defiant disorders
SAD
eating disorders
stress
What are risk factors for depression?
attention, conduct, learning disorders
chronic illnesses
abuse/neglect
trauma
*separation anxiety
Diagnostic for depression
PHQ-9 can be used for ages 11 and up
-insomnia or hypersomnia, just like our adults; psychomotor agitation or retardation observable by
others; fatigue or loss of energy; feelings of worthlessness or excessive or inappropriate guilt;
diminished ability to think or concentrate or indecisiveness; and recurrent thoughts of death is another
characteristic
-criteria to meet the diagnosis of depression is 5 or more symptoms, most of the day nearly every day,
have been present during the same 2-week period
, What are signs of PTSD?
re-experiencing the trauma through intrusive distressing recollections of the event, flashbacks,
nightmares
avoidance of places, people, and activities that are reminders of the trauma, and emotional numbness
increased arousal- difficulty sleeping, concentrating
*extreme temper tantrums in preschool-age children
What are executive functions required for self-regulation?
inhibition
flexibility
emotion control
What are essential for a child's mental health?
predictable home
childcare
school routines
What is a grade 1 sprain?
minimal pain/swelling, small area of tenderness, minimally decreased ROM
tx with RICE, NSAIDs, wt bear immediately
**apply cold for 20 min then take off for 30-45 min and repeat for first 24-48 hrs
What is a grade 2 sprain?
moderate pain/swelling