Autism Flashcards
1
Q
Before what age does autism usually develop?
A
3 years of age
2
Q
What perecentage of children are male that have autism?
A
75%
3
Q
For a diagnosis of autism, what 3 features must be present?
A
- Global impairment of language and communication
- Impairment of social relationships
- Ritualistic and compulsive phenomena.
NOTE:
Most children have a decreased IQ - Asberger’s (idiotic savant) is rare.
4
Q
What conditions are associated with autism?
A
Fragile X
Rett’s syndrome
