Case Study Abnormal Disorders in Children
Practice Case study
John/Jane Doe
Case study 1: Ricky Smith
Diagnostic statement: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type
Diagnostic Breakdown:
( 1) Six ( or more) of the following symptoms of inattention have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level: Ricky’s behavior meets seven criteria for at least 14 months in the dimension of inattention: * Inattention
( a) Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities
No specific evidence of this reported in the case study
( b) Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities
According to Ricky’s teacher, Ricky’s attention was sporadic and insufficient to complete school assignments; he was easily distracted; according to Ricky, his teacher yelled at him because of not paying attention or following class rules
( c) Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly
Ricky’s mom complained that he would not listen to her commands or did not understand what she said some of the time
( d) Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace ( not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions)
As reported by Ricky, his mother and teacher, he was unable to understand and complete school assignments and failed to fulfill his duties at home
( e) Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities
Mrs. Smith reported that he was disorganized
( f) Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort ( e. g., schoolwork or homework)
As reported by Ricky’s mother and school officials he was not interested in school, desired to leave school
( g) Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities ( e. g., toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools)
Mrs. Smith complained that
John/Jane Doe
Case study 1: Ricky Smith
Diagnostic statement: Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Predominantly Inattentive Type
Diagnostic Breakdown:
( 1) Six ( or more) of the following symptoms of inattention have persisted for at least 6 months to a degree that is maladaptive and inconsistent with developmental level: Ricky’s behavior meets seven criteria for at least 14 months in the dimension of inattention: * Inattention
( a) Often fails to give close attention to details or makes careless mistakes in schoolwork, work, or other activities
No specific evidence of this reported in the case study
( b) Often has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities
According to Ricky’s teacher, Ricky’s attention was sporadic and insufficient to complete school assignments; he was easily distracted; according to Ricky, his teacher yelled at him because of not paying attention or following class rules
( c) Often does not seem to listen when spoken to directly
Ricky’s mom complained that he would not listen to her commands or did not understand what she said some of the time
( d) Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace ( not due to oppositional behavior or failure to understand instructions)
As reported by Ricky, his mother and teacher, he was unable to understand and complete school assignments and failed to fulfill his duties at home
( e) Often has difficulty organizing tasks and activities
Mrs. Smith reported that he was disorganized
( f) Often avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental effort ( e. g., schoolwork or homework)
As reported by Ricky’s mother and school officials he was not interested in school, desired to leave school
( g) Often loses things necessary for tasks or activities ( e. g., toys, school assignments, pencils, books, or tools)
Mrs. Smith complained that