Which of the following is NOT described in the text as one of the four main explanations for the increase in ADHD from 1990 to the present?
A) Those with ADHD symptoms are more likely to reproduce with each other, increasing the proportion of those with ADHD in the population.
B) The fact that the IDEIA recognizes ADHD as a potential disability led more parents to seek out a diagnosis to gain access to services.
C) Low-income children now have greater access to mental health services.
D) Assessment for ADHD has improved, leading to better identification of those with the disorder.

Question

Which of the following is NOT described in the text as one of the four main explanations for the increase in ADHD from 1990 to the present?
A) Those with ADHD symptoms are more likely to reproduce with each other, increasing the proportion of those with ADHD in the population.
B) The fact that the IDEIA recognizes ADHD as a potential disability led more parents to seek out a diagnosis to gain access to services.
C) Low-income children now have greater access to mental health services.
D) Assessment for ADHD has improved, leading to better identification of those with the disorder.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The idea that individuals with ADHD symptoms are more likely to reproduce with each other, thereby increasing the proportion of those with ADHD in the population, is not commonly cited among the main explanations for the increase in ADHD diagnoses. The other options (B, C, D) reflect recognized factors contributing to the rise in ADHD diagnoses, such as changes in legislation, improved access to mental health services for low-income children, and advancements in assessment techniques.

Which of the Following Is NOT Described in the Text