ASD Flashcards
Discuss signs and symptoms associated with ASD at different ages
characterized by qualitative impairments in 1) reciprocal social-communication and 2) repetitive behaviors and restricted interests
prevalence of ASD
1 in 110 children (1 in 68 with screening). majority are male. prevalence is increasing.
Etiology of ASD
not known, probably interaction between genetics and environment. probably multiple pathways involved.
outcome/prognosis for ASD
You can’t really predict the outcome for a particular child with ASD. However, many individuals improve significantly in core symptom areas over time. ASD patients can experience very good outcomes with the right supports because they can learn to adapt to their different neurological architecture.
Shared symptomology among ASD
diagnostic criteria. problems with social interaction
variables that affect presentation for ASD patients
age, developmental level, pattern and severity of behaviors, overall intellectual potential and strengths/concerns, learning style (eg attention ability), receptive and expressive language skills, physical health and well-being, gender
Identify available resources and support services to assist in the provision of quality health care to patients with developmental disabilities, such as ASD
on the word doc.
when are symptoms usually evident in ASD?
before the age of 3
Discuss DSM diagnostic criteria for ASD
Must meet A,B,C, and D. A. Persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction (all 3 subcriteria must be met) B. Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities C. Symptoms must be present in early childhood D. Symptoms together limit and impair everyday functioning
Subcriteria for A
1) deficits in social-emotional reciprocity 2) deficits in nonverbal communicative behaviors used for social interaction 3) deficits in developing and maintaining relationships, appropriate to developmental level
Subcriteria for B
1) Stereotyped or repetitive speech, motor movements, or use of objects 2) excessive adherence to routines, ritualized patterns of verbal or nonverbal behavior or excessive resistance to change 3) highly restricted, fixated interests that are abnormal in intensity or focus 4) hyper- or hypo- reactivity to sensory input or unusual interest in sensory aspects of environment.
what are the most effective available interventions?
educational, behavioral, and communicative
conditions associated with ASD
anxiety/depression, attention problems, language-based learning disabilities, motor planning difficulties, impulsivity, sleep problems, GI problems, “picky” eating/self-restricted diet
when is it usually identified?
between 2 and 5
genetic conditions commonly associated with ASD
fragile x, tuberous sclerosis.
