DSM

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What is the core definition of ADHD in DSM-5?

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A persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.

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What are the two main symptom domains of ADHD?

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1. Inattention 2. Hyperactivity and impulsivity

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How many inattention symptoms are required for a diagnosis in children?

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Six or more symptoms for at least 6 months.

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How many inattention symptoms are required for a diagnosis in adults (age 17 and older)?

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At least five symptoms.

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How long must ADHD symptoms persist to meet diagnostic criteria?

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At least 6 months.

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Criterion A1 refers to which symptom cluster?

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Inattention.

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Criterion A2 refers to which symptom cluster?

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Hyperactivity and impulsivity.

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Inattention symptom a:

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Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, at work, or during other activities.

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Inattention symptom b:

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Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities.

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Inattention symptom c:

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Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly.

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Inattention symptom d:

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Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace.

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Inattention symptom e:

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Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities.

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Inattention symptom f:

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Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort.

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Inattention symptom g:

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Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities.

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Inattention symptom h:

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Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli.

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Inattention symptom i:

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Is often forgetful in daily activities.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom a:

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Often fidgets with or taps hands or feet or squirms in seat.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom b:

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Often leaves seat in situations when remaining seated is expected.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom c:

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Often runs about or climbs in situations where it is inappropriate (in adults, may be limited to feeling restless).

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom d:

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Often unable to play or engage in leisure activities quietly.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom e:

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Is often ‘on the go’ or acts as if ‘driven by a motor.’

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom f:

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Often talks excessively.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom g:

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Often blurts out an answer before a question has been completed.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom h:

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Often has difficulty waiting his or her turn.

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Hyperactivity/impulsivity symptom i:

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Often interrupts or intrudes on others.

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Criterion B:

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Several inattentive or hyperactive-impulsive symptoms were present prior to age 12 years.

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Criterion C:

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Several symptoms are present in two or more settings (e.g., home, school, work).

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Criterion D:

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There is clear evidence that symptoms interfere with or reduce the quality of social, academic, or occupational functioning.

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Criterion E:

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Symptoms do not occur exclusively during schizophrenia or another psychotic disorder and are not better explained by another mental disorder.

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F90.2 Combined presentation:

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Both inattention (A1) and hyperactivity-impulsivity (A2) criteria are met for the past 6 months.

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F90.0 Predominantly inattentive presentation:

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Criterion A1 is met but A2 is not met for the past 6 months.

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F90.1 Predominantly hyperactive/impulsive presentation:

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Criterion A2 is met but A1 is not met for the past 6 months.

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What does 'In partial remission' mean?

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When full criteria were previously met, but fewer than the full criteria have been met for the past 6 months, and symptoms still cause impairment.

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What is the definition of 'Mild' ADHD severity?

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Few symptoms in excess of those required; minor impairment in functioning.

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What is the definition of 'Moderate' ADHD severity?

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Symptoms or impairment between mild and severe.

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What is the definition of 'Severe' ADHD severity?

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Many symptoms in excess of those required, or several that are particularly severe, causing marked impairment.