Foods and Nutrition 1021 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Task Analysis, Differentiated Instruction, Higher-Order Thinking

• School: Western University
• Department: Foods and Nutrition
• Course: Foods and Nutrition 1021
• Professor: Noelle Martin

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Psych 2043a: attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (adhd) This is a pattern of behavior, present in multiple settings (school, home etc. ), that can result in performance issues in social, educational or work setting (may be able to compensate for these neurological difficulties, not all cases results in these issues). These difficulties must be present prior to the age of 12 and fall into 2 categories: inattention inability to attend and focus, hyperactivity problems w/ impulsivity and self-regulation. ** some can have one of these (add), some have a combination of both (adhd) For children to be diagnosed with adhd they need to present with at least 6 symptoms below (adults need 5): These can manifest as: loud, fidgety, disorganized, disruptive, off-task, daydreaming, missing or incomplete work. Interrupts on others details and makes careless mistakes. Leaves seat frequently in places where remaining seated is expected. Runs around and climbs excessively when it is inappropriate.