Would psychostimulants create any effect for those without ADHD? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?


Because the same brain circuitry regulates attention and behavioral inhibition irrespective of diagnostic status, and because stimulant medication activates these regions and circuits (through influencing neurotransmitters), low doses of stimulant medication therefore reduce impulsivity and increase attention even in individuals without ADHD.

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a. Illuminating discrepancies b. Creating an argumentative atmosphere c. Rolling with resistance d. Expressing empathy

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__________________________ has been cited s the greatest cause of stress in the working poor

a. Health concerns b. Transportation problems c. Financial worry d. Child care concerns

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__________ marked the beginning of the modern LGBTQI rights movement

a. The Stonewall uprising b. Sputnik c. World War II d. World War I

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During Step 1: Problem Identification, the clinician should:

a. "cast a wide net.". b. form an exhaustive listing of all information that may be useful and descriptive when thinking clinically about the clients needs. c. collect information about the client's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors right in the interview session. d. often use psychological tests. e. Two of the above f. Three of the above g. All of the above

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