ADHD PRACTICE TEST 50
QUESTIONS
Question 1: Which two symptom domains form the core DSM-5 framework for
ADHD?
Choices:
1) Inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity 2) Mood instability and anxiety 3) Language delay and motor stereotypy 4) Obsessions and compulsions
Correct Answer: Inattention and hyperactivity-impulsivity
Explanation: ADHD is de�ned by a persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity- impulsivity that interferes with functioning or development.Page 1
Question 2: A 14-year-old is being evaluated for ADHD. What is the minimum number of symptoms required in a symptom domain for that domain to meet the DSM-5 threshold?
Choices:
1) 4 2) 6 3) 5 4) 7
Correct Answer: 6
Explanation: For children and adolescents up to age 16, six or more symptoms are required in the relevant domain.
Question 3: For a person age 17 or older, how many symptoms in either ADHD
domain are su�cient to meet the age-adjusted symptom-count threshold?
Choices:
1) 4 2) 6 3) 5 4) 7
Correct Answer: 5
Explanation: For individuals age 17 years and older, �ve or more symptoms are required in the relevant domain.Page 2
Question 4: For ADHD diagnostic criteria, symptoms in a qualifying domain must
generally have persisted for at least how long?
Choices:
1) 3 months 2) 12 months 3) 9 months 4) 6 months
Correct Answer: 6 months
Explanation: The symptom pattern must have been present for at least 6 months and be inconsistent with the person's developmental level.
Question 5: By what age must several inattentive or hyperactive-impulsive
symptoms have been present for a DSM-5 ADHD diagnosis?
Choices:
1) Before age 12 2) Before age 10 3) Before age 7 4) Before age 15
Correct Answer: Before age 12
Explanation: DSM-5 requires that several ADHD symptoms were present before age 12 years.Page 3