ASD and FASD

Question 1

Prevalence of

1. ASD
2. FASD

Answer 1

1. 1 in 66

2. 1 in 100

Question 2

2 key features of ASD

Answer 2

Deficits in social communication and social interaction

Restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, and activities

Question 3

ASD Diagnostic criteria: Senor STIM

Answer 3

Senor: social-emotional, non-verbal, relationships (challenges in all 3 of these areas)
STIM: sensory, transition, interests, motor movements (2 of 4)

Question 4

Cause of ASD

Answer 4

Multifactorial - but strong genetic basis

Question 5

Treatment for ASD

Answer 5

Behavioural interventions

Question 6

3 key features of a FASD diagnosis

Answer 6

Sentinel facial features
Confirmation of prenatal alcohol exposure
Neuro-developmental impairments

Question 7

FASD facial features

Answer 7

Short palpebral fissures
Flat philtrum
Thin upper lip