Which of the Following Is a Reason Why ADHD Was

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why ADHD was not included when the federal government began tracking the prevalence of disabilities?

• A)There was a large body of research suggesting it is not a distinct disability.
• B)The advocacy base for children with ADHD was not yet well-developed.
• C)There was already a category for minimal brain injury.
• D)The federal government put a cap on the number of disability types to be served by public schools.

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Definitions:

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain, responsible for various higher functions like thought, action, reasoning, and creativity.

Hemispheres

Each of the two halves of the brain or the Earth, divided by either the cerebral fissure or the equator.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theoretical model describing the body's stress response in three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Nervous System

A collection of neurons and their interconnected fibers responsible for sending nerve messages across the body, integrating physical activities and sensory inputs.