Question 1

One intriguing finding from research involving reading disordered individuals who speak multiple languages is that

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A)  reading disorders are independent of culture/language.
B)  individuals who speak more than one language rarely have specific learning disorders.
C)  evidence of the reading disorder may exist for one or two languages, while the individual may be completely free of the disorder in another language.
D)  the complexity of the English language may contribute to the higher rate of reading disorder in English-speaking countries.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

All of the following side effects EXCEPT ____________ are associated with some of the medications that are used to treat attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

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A)  insomnia
B)  headaches
C)  irritability
D)  weight gainE) B) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

________ approaches have been found to be successful for teaching individuals with intellectual disability a variety of basic self-care activities.

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A)  biological
B)  cognitive
C)  humanistic
D)  behaviouralE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

The drug Strattera (atomoxetine)  appears effective for some children with ADHD and, according to recent research, does not cause the same _______ as stimulant medication when used in larger doses.

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A)  intolerance
B)  withdrawal symptoms
C)  'high'
D)  academic disturbanceE) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

The restricted pattern of behaviour generally observed in autistic disorder involves

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A)  repetitive movements such as spinning in circles.
B)  an intense preference for keeping things the same.
C)  inappropriate communication patterns.
D)  lack of recognition of significant others.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Given the available intervention strategies for specific learning disorders, the method that probably has the best chance of overcoming the specific learning disorder is

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A)  development of better study skills.
B)  efforts to develop compensating cognitive skills.
C)  systematic instruction and teaching for mastery.
D)  improving overall intelligence.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Because the diagnosis of ADHD is comparable across countries,

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A)  ADHD is considered the normal high activity level of children.
B)  it is now found to be equally prevalent among boys and girls.
C)  this suggests that ADHD should not be thought to be the result of intolerant parents.
D)  this suggests that ADHD has significantly increased and spread worldwide.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of ADHD?

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A)  inattention
B)  learning disabilities
C)  self-control
D)  fidgetingE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 9

The main reason that it is so important to identify children with developmental disorders as early as possible is that

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A)  medications are most effective when administered at an early stage of the disorder.
B)  skill deficits can be identified and addressed before they impact later development.
C)  family functioning often declines as the developmental disorder progresses.
D)  children are more receptive to therapy when they are young.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Which is the most accurate statement regarding the causes of intellectual disability?

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A)  It is caused by genetics.
B)  It has four known causes.
C)  It is caused by either substances or trauma.
D)  It has hundreds of known causes.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 11

The age before which symptoms must be evident in order to substantiate a diagnosis of intellectual disability is

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A)  fairly arbitrary.
B)  based on medical considerations.
C)  based on the significant differences found in individuals who are either just above or just below the designated age.
D)  based on studies showing that the designated level separates most individuals with brain deficits from those who do not have such abnormalities.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

The hypothesis that attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)  may be influenced by toxins, food additives or diet

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A)  is based on well-controlled studies.
B)  is not well understood or studied, but generally effective as a treatment.
C)  appears true for a small subset of individuals diagnosed with ADHD.
D)  has little to no scientific evidence.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 13

Lesch-Nyhan syndrome is an example of a

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A)  genetic disorder that causes intellectual disability.
B)  cluster of symptoms displayed by some intellectually disabled individuals.
C)  form of cerebral palsy.
D)  viral infection that causes intellectual disability.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Recent research has found the following with regard to the causes of ADHD:

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A)  Food colours and additives, which for years were thought to cause ADHD, then later refuted, now appear to have a small but measurable impact on increased levels of hyperactivity.
B)  Pesticides found in foods may be a contributing factor to an increased risk of ADHD.
C)  both a and b
D)  neither a or bE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 15

Psychological disorders are considered developmental disorders when there is a

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A)  change in symptoms over the lifespan.
B)  genetic component to the disorder.
C)  neurological basis for the condition.
D)  general decline in functioning over time.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 16

The results of behavioural treatment targeting the socialisation deficits of individuals with autistic disorder have shown

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A)  no improvement.
B)  that those with autism can improve their socialisation skills.
C)  that those with autism can significantly improve their socialisation skills.
D)  that there is some improvement but it is not permanent.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

All of the following were previously classified as pervasive developmental disorders EXCEPT

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A)  childhood disintegrative disorder.
B)  Rett's disorder.
C)  autistic disorder.
D)  specific learning disorder.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 18

Research on the social skills of people with autistic disorder suggests that people with the condition

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A)  are interested in socialisation but do not know how to socialise.
B)  are not interested in socialisation.
C)  enjoy social relationships but cannot express this joy.
D)  none of theseE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding an individual who is classified as mildly intellectually disabled?

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A)  She can live independently
B)  She requires continual supervision and assistance.
C)  She is unlikely to ever be able to hold a meaningful job.
D)  She will not be able to make it past Grade 5 in school.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Explain what is meant by specific learning disorders, and why the effects of a reading disorder might be influenced by the language the person speaks.

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