According to the Book, What Is One Reason Why Medication

question 28

Multiple Choice

According to the book, what is one reason why medication is a controversial treatment for ADHD?

• A) gives children with ADHD an advantage over other children
• B) medications have negative side effects
• C) expensive for schools
• D) only improves academic achievement, not behavior

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Definitions:

Disengaged Family

A family dynamic characterized by emotional disconnection between members, where individuals maintain considerable distance from each other emotionally and physically.

Family Systems Theory

A theory that views the family as an emotional unit and uses systems thinking to describe the complex interactions within the unit.

Inflexible Family

A family system that struggles to adapt to change and new challenges, often resulting in dysfunctional relationships and communication patterns.

Dialectical Behavior

A therapeutic approach combining cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness strategies.