Educating Students with ADHD
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ADHD is listed as a disability under IDEA
False
(wrong answers:
True)
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The distinguishing feature for other health impairments is
limited strength, vitality, or alertness that adversely affects the student's progress in school
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To receive a diagnosis of ADHD, symptoms must
all of the above
(wrong answers:
occur before the student is 12,
occur in 2 or more settings,
not be explained by another disability,
interfere with the child's functioning in typical activities and environments,
persist for at least 6 months)
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What are the 3 subtypes of ADHD?
predominately inattentive, predominately hyperactive-impulsive, and combined
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According to the APA, ADHD is defined as
inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity that interfere with a student’s development and functioning in multiple settings, including school