CMN 554 Exam 2 Questions and Correct Answers
PILES Mnemonic
The 5 domains of child development: Physical, Intellectual, Language, Emotional, and
Social.
Freud's Anal Phase
Ages 1 to 3 years; central theme is control (impulses, autonomy, sphincters).
Freud's Phallic Phase
Ages 3 to 6 years; marked by sexual desires for opposite-sex parent and superego
development.
Piaget's Preoperational Stage
Ages 2 to 7 years; characterized by symbolic play, egocentrism, and lack of conservation.
Adolescent Consent Age
Adolescents are capable of giving informed consent by the age of 16 years.
Adolescent Obesity Predictor
Depression is one of the strongest predictors of adolescent obesity.
Most Abused Drug (Adolescents)
Alcohol is the most frequently abused drug, followed by marijuana.
Adolescent Coping Patterns
Cognitive Mastery, Conformity, Controlling behaviors, Fantasy, and Motor Activity.
Gilligan's Moral Theory
,A female moral development theory where good involves self-sacrifice and an ethic of
caring.
WISC-IV Significance
A 15-point difference between Verbal and Performance IQ is statistically significant.
Bayley-4 Age Range
Assesses infants and toddlers from 16 days to 42 months of age.
Children's Depression Inventory (CDI)
An objective self-report test for children aged 7 to 17 years.
Children's Apperception Test (CAT)
A projective test where children create stories in response to pictures.
ADHD Diagnostic Domains
Separated into two categories: Inattention and Hyperactivity/Impulsivity.
ADHD Risk Factors
Environmental (encephalitis), Temperamental (novelty seeking), and Genetic (idiopathic
epilepsy).
Vyvanse & Orange Juice
Avoid orange juice; acidic foods increase urinary excretion, lowering plasma concentration.
ADHD Medication Rebound
Worsening of hyperactivity and irritability as short-acting stimulants wear off.
Stimulants & Addiction Risk
, There is no evidence that stimulant use increases risk for later substance abuse.
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
An SNRI/NRI approved for ADHD patients over 6 years old.
ADHD & Seizure Control
Adequately controlled seizure disorder shows reduced ADHD symptoms with no change in
seizure frequency.
ADHD & MDD Comorbidity
MDD in youth with ADHD is five times higher than in those without.
ADHD Treatment Guideline
A combination of behavioral intervention and pharmacological treatment is recommended.
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Childhood dyspraxia; coordinated motor skills are far below chronological age expectations.
DCD Etiology
May be attributable to dysfunction in the corticocerebellar brain region.
DCD Environmental Risks
Associated with prematurity, low birth weight, and prenatal alcohol exposure.
DCD Comorbidity
ADHD is the most frequent coexisting condition (30% to 50%).
Stereotypic Movement Disorder (SMD)
Repetitive, seemingly driven, purposeless motor behaviors starting in early development.
PILES Mnemonic
The 5 domains of child development: Physical, Intellectual, Language, Emotional, and
Social.
Freud's Anal Phase
Ages 1 to 3 years; central theme is control (impulses, autonomy, sphincters).
Freud's Phallic Phase
Ages 3 to 6 years; marked by sexual desires for opposite-sex parent and superego
development.
Piaget's Preoperational Stage
Ages 2 to 7 years; characterized by symbolic play, egocentrism, and lack of conservation.
Adolescent Consent Age
Adolescents are capable of giving informed consent by the age of 16 years.
Adolescent Obesity Predictor
Depression is one of the strongest predictors of adolescent obesity.
Most Abused Drug (Adolescents)
Alcohol is the most frequently abused drug, followed by marijuana.
Adolescent Coping Patterns
Cognitive Mastery, Conformity, Controlling behaviors, Fantasy, and Motor Activity.
Gilligan's Moral Theory
,A female moral development theory where good involves self-sacrifice and an ethic of
caring.
WISC-IV Significance
A 15-point difference between Verbal and Performance IQ is statistically significant.
Bayley-4 Age Range
Assesses infants and toddlers from 16 days to 42 months of age.
Children's Depression Inventory (CDI)
An objective self-report test for children aged 7 to 17 years.
Children's Apperception Test (CAT)
A projective test where children create stories in response to pictures.
ADHD Diagnostic Domains
Separated into two categories: Inattention and Hyperactivity/Impulsivity.
ADHD Risk Factors
Environmental (encephalitis), Temperamental (novelty seeking), and Genetic (idiopathic
epilepsy).
Vyvanse & Orange Juice
Avoid orange juice; acidic foods increase urinary excretion, lowering plasma concentration.
ADHD Medication Rebound
Worsening of hyperactivity and irritability as short-acting stimulants wear off.
Stimulants & Addiction Risk
, There is no evidence that stimulant use increases risk for later substance abuse.
Atomoxetine (Strattera)
An SNRI/NRI approved for ADHD patients over 6 years old.
ADHD & Seizure Control
Adequately controlled seizure disorder shows reduced ADHD symptoms with no change in
seizure frequency.
ADHD & MDD Comorbidity
MDD in youth with ADHD is five times higher than in those without.
ADHD Treatment Guideline
A combination of behavioral intervention and pharmacological treatment is recommended.
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)
Childhood dyspraxia; coordinated motor skills are far below chronological age expectations.
DCD Etiology
May be attributable to dysfunction in the corticocerebellar brain region.
DCD Environmental Risks
Associated with prematurity, low birth weight, and prenatal alcohol exposure.
DCD Comorbidity
ADHD is the most frequent coexisting condition (30% to 50%).
Stereotypic Movement Disorder (SMD)
Repetitive, seemingly driven, purposeless motor behaviors starting in early development.
