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:

Night Terrors

A sleep disorder causing feelings of terror or dread, and is often accompanied by screams and intense physical activity during sleep.

Slow-Wave Sleep

A deep sleep stage characterized by low-frequency, high-amplitude brain waves, during which the body recovers and grows.

Next Day

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Sleep Apnea Patients

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