ADHD

Question 1

Prev of ADHD in adulthood

Answer 1

2.5 % DSM V, 3.5% CADDRA

Question 2

Mechanism of action stimulants

Answer 2

Dopamine reuptake inhibitors

Question 3

Black box warnings for Vyvanse

Answer 3

1. Risk of diversion

2. Sudden cardiac Hx

Question 4

Type of PD comorbid w ADHD

Answer 4

Cluster B Borderline

Question 5

Duration of action lisdexamphetamine

Answer 5

13-14 hours

Question 6

For diagnosis of ADHD you need evidence of symptoms before what age cut off

Answer 6

12

Question 7

How many symptoms needed to diagnose ADHD after age 17?

Answer 7

Five, otherwise it’s 6

Question 8

Rate of at least one comorbid w ADHD

Answer 8

85%

Question 9

How many months of symptoms for a diagnosis of ADHD in DSM V?

Answer 9

Six

Question 10

Wording of DSM criteria for ADHD

Answer 10

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

Question 11

What are the inattentive symptoms of ADHD in DSM

Answer 11

1. Easily distracted
2. Makes careless mistakes
3. Doesn’t follow instructions or fails to finish tasks
4. Avoids tasks that require sustained mental effort
5. Difficulty organising
6. Difficulty sustaining attention
7. Does not seem to listen
8. Loses things
9. Forgetful

Question 12

What are the three symptom specifiers in the DSM criteria for adhd

Answer 12

1. Predominantly inattentive presentation
2. Predominantly hyperactive/ impulsive
3. Combined presentation

Question 13

What % of variance are genetic factors in the aetiology of ADHD?

Answer 13

75%

Question 14

What is the risk of ADHD in the child if both parents are affected?

Answer 14

50%