Which of the Following Statements Is True About the Biological

question 71

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about the biological factors associated with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ?

• A) The prefrontal cortex, which regulates attention, organization, and planning, is larger in volume in children with ADHD and shows abnormal activation.
• B) The catecholamine neurotransmitters, which include dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine, appear to function abnormally in individuals with ADHD.
• C) The notion that hyperactivity in children is caused by dietary factors has been substantiated in controlled studies.
• D) ADHD is associated with high birth weight, premature delivery, and difficult delivery leading to oxygen deprivation.

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