Which of the following statements is true of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder?
A) It is caused by the overexposure to food preservatives.
B) It occurs by age seven and is many times more common in boys than girls.
C) It is characterized by letter reversal, mirror reading, and reduced comprehension.
D) It is most widely treated by using suppressants.

Question

Which of the following statements is true of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder?​
A) It is caused by the overexposure to food preservatives.
B) It occurs by age seven and is many times more common in boys than girls.
C) It is characterized by letter reversal, mirror reading, and reduced comprehension.
D) It is most widely treated by using suppressants.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

ADHD typically begins in childhood and is more commonly diagnosed in boys than girls. It is not caused by food preservatives, and it is not characterized by letter reversal, mirror reading, or reduced comprehension. Treatment for ADHD typically involves medication and behavioral therapy, rather than suppressants.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder?​

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Attention-Deficit/hyperactivity Disorder?