ADHD Is 50 Times More Likely to Be Diagnosed in the United

question 20

Multiple Choice

ADHD is 50 times more likely to be diagnosed in the United States than in Britain or France. This is because:

• A) in the United States, ADHD is viewed as a medical condition, whereas in Britain and France it is viewed as a conduct problem.
• B) in the United States, it has been proven that a neurological or biochemical deficit exists, so it is easier to diagnose.
• C) teachers are better equipped in Britain and France to implement intervention to assist students with ADHD.
• D) more students in Britain and France are diagnosed with oppositional-defiant disorder.

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