Autism + ADHD Flashcards
triad seen in ADHD
inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity
which gender is ADHD more common in
males
impact of ADHD
at home
- complicated for families- increased stress/ anger / upset
at school
- barrier to learning, child frequently in trouble
what difficulties to children with ADHD have
social communication difficulty
learning difficulties
mood/ anxiety problems
risk for substance abuse
1st line non pharmacological ADHD Tx
parent training
behavioural classroom management
1st line pharmacological ADHD Tx
methylphenidate - ‘Ritalin’
2nd/3rd line Tx in ADHD
non-pharm = diet eliminations/supplements
pharm:
2nd- atomoxetine
3rd - antidepressants, antipsychotics
triad of symptoms in autism
abnormal social interaction, communication impairment + patterning of repetitive thinking
what problems might children with autism experience
difficulty establishing relationships
- little interest in others feelings
language - sometimes no speech
thoughts/behaviour- concrete thinking, lack of imagination, repetitive behaviour/ interests
what tool is used to diagnose autism
autism diagnostic observation schedule
what drug can be given as short term relief of significant aggression
risperidone
what drug can be used for difficult sleep problems in autism
melatonin
what is Aspergers
less severe than autism – autistic features without autistic aloneness/linguistic difficulty
