To Be Diagnosed with ADHD,one Must Meet a Minimum of Six

question 26

Multiple Choice

To be diagnosed with ADHD,one must meet a minimum of six symptoms of inattention or hyperactivity-impulsivity.Jordan has five symptoms of hyperactivity-impulsivity.Which of the following is true?

• A) Jordan must not need support services at school, otherwise he would be diagnosable.
• B) The diagnosis of ADHD categorically excludes Jordan from a diagnosis.
• C) Because Jordan doesn't meet full criteria for ADHD, he is very unlikely to experience significant distress and impairment.
• D) Jordan likely differs appreciably from children who fully meet diagnostic criteria.

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Definitions:

Sex Discrimination

Unfair treatment of individuals based on their gender, which can affect opportunities in employment, education, and beyond.

Gender Construction

Gender construction is the process by which societies and cultures define and build concepts of masculinity, femininity, and gender roles.

Benevolent Sexism

A form of sexism that is typically couched in terms of positive stereotypes and affection toward women, but which ultimately supports gender inequality.

Ambivalent Sexists

are individuals who harbor both hostile and benevolent sexist attitudes, simultaneously viewing women stereotypically and in positive but patronizing ways that support gender inequality.