ASD Flashcards
1
Q
What is autism?
A
Problems in the area of social communication and interaction + restricted/repetitive patterns of thinking
2
Q
Triad of impaitment in ASD?
A
Social interaction
Language impairment
Thought and behaviour
3
Q
Co morbid conditions of ASD?
A
LD Depression Social anxiety OCD ADHD Dyspraxia
4
Q
ASD causes?
A
Strongly heritable
No clear pathology
5
Q
Non pharmacologic management of ASD
A
Behaviour analysis
SALT
Social skills training
6
Q
Pharmacologic management of ASD?
A
Risperidone for short term agression
Methylphenidate
Melatonin- Sleep problems