Clinical Psychology

Conduct Disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Schizophrenia

Dopamine reuptake inhibition increases availability of neurotransmitters crucial for attention processes.

Increasing GABA secretion induces an overall calming effect on the brain, diminishing impulsivity.

Enhanced serotonin production leads to direct improvements in hyperactivity control.

Decreased glutamate production reduces excitability of the nervous system aiding concentration.

A combination of genetic predispositions, neurotransmitter imbalances, and environmental factors like parenting style.

Only related to excessive use of technology affecting attention spans negatively since early childhood.

Resulting solely from high sugar intake influencing hyperactive behaviors over time.

Exclusively due to a lack of discipline during childhood leading to behavioral issues later on.

stimming

having special interests

executive functioning difficulties

preferring rigid routines

Universal neurological development patterns across all societies.

Cultural variations in normative behavior expectations for children.

Consistent application of DSM criteria globally for ADHD diagnoses.

Higher levels of natural outdoor activities reducing ADHD symptoms non-Western societies report lower incidences due largely because these activities have consistent therapeutic effects regardless of culture.

Environmental factors causing ADHD have drastically increased since the 1980s.

Increasing awareness and diagnosis methods may account for the rise in reported ADHD cases.

The actual occurrence rate of ADHD has surged dramatically over time without influence from diagnostic practices.

ADHD has become more genetically common in recent generations.

Assigning more challenging tasks to keep the student engaged at all times.

Implementing a structured routine, giving clear instructions and providing frequent breaks.

Restricting participation in group activities to minimize distraction for other students.

Administering cognitive tests regularly to monitor intellectual progress.

Humanistic therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Psychodynamic therapy

Antipsychotic medication

Inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity.

Repetitive speech or movements.

Emotional detachment from others.

Delusions of grandeur.

Hallucinations or delusions

Extremely high levels of empathetic understanding

Irresistible urge to perform certain actions repetitively

Intense fear response to non-threatening stimuli