To be diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a child must have at least 6 of 9 symptoms of inattention and 6 of 9 symptoms of hyperactivity or impulsivity

Also, the symptoms must have occurred in two or more settings; persisted for 6 or more months; adversely affected functioning in school, work, or social situations; and been present before what age? a. 4 years c. 6 years
b. 5 years d. 7 years


D

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A Incorrect: The symptoms of ADHD do not have to be present before 4 years of age.
B Incorrect: The symptoms of ADHD do not have to be present before 5 years of age.
C Incorrect: The symptoms of ADHD do not have to be present before 6 years of age.
D Correct: The symptoms of ADHD must have been present before 7 years of age.

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