Autism

Question 1

neurotransmitters involved (3)

Answer 1

Glutamate, Gaba, serotonin

Question 2

persistent deficits in social, communication, and social interaction across multiple settings

Answer 2

autisim

Question 3

children with autism like to often

Answer 3

line up stack or organize objects and toys in long tidy rows

Question 4

Meaningless repetition of words just spoken by another person

Answer 4

echolalia

Question 5

meaningless imitation of movements jsut made by another person

Answer 5

echopraxia

Question 6

Broken mirror theory

Answer 6

dysfunction of the mirror neuron system may be a cause of poor social interaction and cognition

Question 7

Parallel play

Answer 7

reflects a type of play where children engage in similar activities alongside each other, but without direct interaction or social engagement

Question 8

example of parallel play

Answer 8

ages 1 and 3 where they are developing social skills but are not yet ready for cooperative play

Question 9

Children with autism and parallel play tend to

Answer 9

children with autism tend to stay in parallel play for a longer period and have more difficulty adjusting

Question 10

Screening tools for Autism 3

Answer 10

Modified checklist for autism in toddlers MCHAT**
Autism diagnostic observable schedule generic
ages and stages questionnaires

Question 11

frequent co-morbidities with autism spectrum disorder 4

Answer 11

epilepsy, seizures, sleep disorders, ADHD

Question 12

At what age should a child start to engage in social interactive play?

Answer 12

3

Question 13

pharmacological managment of autism

Answer 13

stimulant medications increase levels of dopamine, which controls impulsivity, hyperactivity, and inattention

Question 14

antipsychotics are effective for 4

Answer 14

tantrums, aggressive behaviors, self injury, hyperactivity