PSYCH 2AP3 Lecture 1: Neurodevelopmental Disorders - ADHD
3 Mar 2017
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Stereotypical movement disorder - also shows up in autistic spectrum disorder. First described in 1902 by george still, english physician. Now most researched of all childhood disorders - could be overtaken by autism spectrum. 1970s - attention de cit disorder (add); + or - h for presence of hyperactivity. 1980s - add plus attention de cit hyperactivity disorder (adhd) for those with hyperactivity. Dsm-iv (1994) and dsm-5 use adhd for all cases; three subtypes. Fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes. Has dif culty sustaining attention in work or play. Does not seem to listen when spoken to directly. Does not follow through on instructions or nish work. Dislikes or avoids tasks requiring sustained mental effort. Loses things necessary for tasks or activities. 6 of these 9 for at least 6 months (often) - 6 month criteria is found throughout almost all of the dsm categories.
