Frank was tested by the school psychologist and diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The test results have been explained to his parents. His parents are curious as to brain involvement and ADHD
The school psychologist informs them that __________.
a) some research indicates that ADHD is related to a delay in neural development
b) there is little research to link ADHD with specific brain involvement
c) if there is a lag in neural functioning, it will decline with age
d) ADHD would be considered a developmental delay
Answer: a
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