ASD Basics Flashcards
Children with ASD exhibit repetitive behaviors and have communication and social interaction difficulties. True/False
True
Is ASD more common in boys?
Yes
When do ASD symptoms appear.
Before age 2, but many times after age 3
ABA therapy is very helpful in solving some difficulties regarding ASD.
Yes
Types of ASD
- Autistic Disorder
- Asperger’s
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Others Wise Specified, or Atypical Autism.
- CDD most severe, Child Disintegrative Disorder
Risk Factors
- Genetics
- Parent age, as the parents age the children are more at risk.
- Premature birth
- Air pollution exposure during pregnancy high in metal
- Certain medications during pregnancy
ASD Diagnosis
Level 1-initial screening done by general practitioners
Level 2-If children fail level one they receive further evaluation done by experts.
Early detection of ASD is around 18 months, diagnosis at or after age 3 usually
ASD Symptom List
Delayed Speech
No Eye Contact
Lack of Responses
Poor Social Skills
Atypical Tone
Behavior Issues
Withdrawal
Repetitive Behavior
Learning Delays
Self Abuse
ASD Diagnosed using the Neurodevelopmental framework which can involve the family. True/False
True
Early Intervention Steps
- inform/involve parents
- identify right frequency/intensity of services
- help students express themselves
- have them follow/respond to directions
- build communication skills
- give them as much time with peers as possible
- outcome oriented framework
ASD Communication Issues
Children with ASD might not be able to use or understand nonverbal instructions, will not understand eye contact, and may not be able to read facial expressions.
May also struggle with joint attention-a person bringing attention to an object and the other person also looking at it.
Their language development may be sporadic
May also show echolalia
Activities children with ASD pay special attention to are special interests. True/False
True
Play is very important for children with ASD.
True
Children with ASD may struggle to understand the perspectives of others. True/False
True
