All of the Following Are Characteristics of Hyperactivity in Children

question 24

Multiple Choice

All of the following are characteristics of hyperactivity in children except

• A)it impairs learning ability.
• B)it occurs in approximately 5-10% of young, school-age individuals.
• C)it is managed, in part, by prescribing stimulant drugs when necessary.
• D)in many cases, it responds favorably to dietary manipulations such as limiting sugar intake.

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Definitions:

Socially Induced Strain

Stress or pressure that arises from societal expectations or structures, which can lead to deviant behavior or psychological distress.

Deviant Behavior

Actions or behaviors that deviate from societal norms or expectations, leading to possible sanctions or societal judgments.

Anomie

A state or condition of society or an individual characterized by a breakdown or absence of social norms and values, often leading to social instability and alienation.

Primitive Psychological Desires

Fundamental human motivations and needs that are inherent and instinctual, such as the desire for food, safety, and belonging.