Autism Flashcards
Etymology of autism?
auto - self
Prevalence? %
1- 2 %
which gender is it most common in?
boys
how many more times is it common in boys?
4x
main developmental domain that is delayed?
speech
conditions assocites with autism?
-3
ADHD
epilepsy
Learning disability
how many (%) autistic kids have a learning disability?
50%
broadly speaking what are the two categories of features seen in autism?
Social features
Repetitive features
define autism?
neurodevelopmental condition characterized by qualitative impairment in social interaction and communication as well as repetitive stereotyped behaviour, interests, and activities.
Social features examples?
-2
play by themselves, bad with social cues
Repetitive features examples?
-2
have routines and rituals they will not stray from, repeat movements like hand flapping or head rolling.
autism features are always severe.
true or false?
false
non-drugs Mx?
-2
Pre school programmes
Helps with behaviour therapy
drug Mx?
- 2 classes
- 1 name
SSRIs
Antipsychotic drug
Methylphenidate
drug Mx; explain purpose of each drug given in autism?
SSRIs – helps with repetitive behaviours, anxiety and aggression
Antipsychotic drug – helps aggression
Methylphenidate – ADHD
