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1
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How common is autism?

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more severe - 10 in 10000

widest possible spectrum - 1 in 100

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Is autism more common in boys or girls?

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Boys:Girls
4:1

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What are is the persistent triad of deficits in autism?

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Socialisation
Communication
Repetition behaviour

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What is the cause of autism?

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Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social factors affect how problem presents and how patient cope with it

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What is the prevalence of ADHD?

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1-5%

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Is ADHD more common in boys or girls?

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Boys:girls
3:1

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When does ADHD present?

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Its onset is <7 years

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What is are the core symptoms of ADHD?

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Inattention
Hyperactivity
Impulsivity

Maladaptive and inconsistent with child’s developmental level

MUST BE PERSISTENT IN 1 OR MORE SETTING - home and school

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What are the different causes of ADHD?

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Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social

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What is the prevalence of dyslexia?

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most severe - 4%

widest definition - 10%

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Is dyslexia more common in boys or girls?

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Boys:girls
4:1

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When does dyslexia present?

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at any age

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What is dyslexia?

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Persistent difficulties in processing and producing written material out of keeping with the persons ability

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What are the different causes of dyslexia?

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Genetic
Biological, neurotransmitters, brain injury
Psychological/social

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How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? BIO

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less common as first line

depression in adolescents - fluoxetine

hyperactivity in children - stimulants retiling or atomoxetine

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How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? PSYCH

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CBT
Family therapy
Parenting courses

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How are psychological disorders managed in children and adolescents? SOCIAL

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Link to wider network especially education (special needs

18
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When can children make decisions about their care?

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After the age of 16 it is legally presumed that people can make decisions about their care

19
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Is there any age restriction for the MHA or the MCA?

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There is no age restriction for the MHA

MCA only apples to people over the age of 16

20
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When can you break confidentiality regarding a child or young person?

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When there is an overriding public interest in the disclosure

When you judge that the disclosure is in best interests of the child or young person who does not have maturity or understanding to make decision about decision

When disclosure is required by law

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