____________ Is a Common Childhood Disorder That Is Characterized by Inattentiveness

question 87

Multiple Choice

____________ is a common childhood disorder that is characterized by inattentiveness, excessive energy, and impulsivity.

• A) Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
• B) Oppositional defiant disorder
• C) Conduct disorder
• D) Disruptive behavior disorder

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a significant role in reward, motivation, memory, and motor control.

Prelinguistic Vocalizations

Early forms of vocal communication used by infants that precede the development of language and speech.

Deferred Imitation

A cognitive process where an individual reproduces the behavior of another person after some time has elapsed since initially observing that behavior.

Neonates

Newborn infants, especially within the first month after birth.