Asked by Aaron Trudeau on May 18, 2024

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Girls are more commonly diagnosed with __________ than are boys.

A) ADHD
B) ADHD-I
C) ADHD-H
D) ADHD-HI
E) ADHD-II

ADHD-I

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Inattentive Type; a subtype of ADHD characterized mainly by problems with attention and concentration, without the hyperactivity often associated with other forms.

ADHD-H

A subtype of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder predominantly characterized by hyperactivity and impulsivity.

ADHD-HI

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Hyperactive-Impulsive Type, characterized by excessive restlessness, impulsive behavior, and difficulty with maintaining attention.

  • Recognize the gender differences in the diagnosis of ADHD and other psychiatric disorders.
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Tatiane AraujoMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
ADHD-I, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - Inattentive Type, is more commonly diagnosed in girls than boys. Girls often exhibit inattentive symptoms rather than the hyperactive and impulsive behaviors more frequently seen in boys, leading to this diagnostic trend.