Introduction to Psychology 10th Edition by Plotnik-Test Bank

Questions Bank For Introduction to Psychology 10th Edition by Plotnik

ISBN-10. 1133939538 ; ISBN-13. 978-1133939535

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Determine the option that best completes the statement or answers the question:

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Which disorder is characterized by the behavioral issues of inattention and hyperactivity and can be treated with Ritalin?

a. behavioral disorder c. attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder b. learning disability disorder d. autism

Among the following symptoms, which is not present in attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder?

a. hallucinations c. making careless errors in schoolwork b. frequently leaving seat in the classroom d. excessive talking

Your neighbor’s son, James, who is seven, displays attention problems and excessive fidgeting. From your observations of James, he talks excessively and struggles to follow instructions. What is James’ most likely diagnosis?

a. childhood schizophrenia c. bipolar disorder b. attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder d. autism

The diagnosis of ADHD is challenging because:

a. it is based on behavioral symptoms rather than medical tests b. it is based on medical tests rather than behavioral symptoms c. two mental health professionals must agree on the diagnosis d. ADHD is poorly defined

Your friend has two children. The youngest, a three-year-old boy, was recently diagnosed with ADHD. This is surprising because:

• ADHD is rarely found in males.
• Symptoms of ADHD are typically identified around age ten.
• Generally, the youngest child in a family does not exhibit ADHD.
• A diagnosis of ADHD before age four goes against the guidelines of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Ritalin is to ____ as aspirin is to ____:

stimulant; depressant attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder; headache depression; headache analgesic; amphetamine

Stimulants like Ritalin and Adderall impact children by:

increasing activity but only in nonhyperactive children increasing activity reducing activity reducing activity but only in hyperactive children

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You are listening to a talk show on the radio featuring an expert on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. One question raised concerns treatment. The expert mentions, “Ritalin is used to control this disorder. It’s a depressant and has side effects.” Thoughts?

Ritalin is a stimulant, not a depressant. Ritalin doesn’t control the disorder; it cures it. Ritalin is rarely prescribed for ADHD. Ritalin has been proven to cause no side effects.

What was incorrect with the expert’s statements?

Your 10-year-old cousin is currently taking Ritalin. Based on your knowledge of Ritalin’s side effects, you should not be surprised to hear that he is encountering issues in:

• gaining too much weight c. feeling depressed sleeping d. maintaining attention

A newspaper reporter wants to cover the controversy surrounding attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. She wishes to focus on the biggest controversy. From your understanding of this section, what should be the main focus of her story?

a. the side effects of treating it with diet changes b. the diagnosis of the disorder c. the reluctance of insurance companies to cover treatment d. the use of stimulants like Ritalin or Adderall

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