Cognitive Disabilities

Question 1

Cognitive Disability Characteristics

Answer 1

• learning disabilities not caused by environmental or intellectual factors

Question 2

ADHD

Answer 2

Attention Defecit Hyperactivity Disorder
- brain-based
- significant inattentiveness
- hyperactivity, distractability
- or combination of all

Question 3

Autism

Answer 3

• problems with social communication/interaction
• restricted/repetitive behaviors
• can’t make or keep eye contact
• decreased facial recognition
• limited ability to share interests or accomplishments
• can’t initiate social interactions or maintain friendships

Question 4

TBI

Answer 4

Traumatic Brain Injury

• results from violent blow to head or body
• mild TBI may only affect brain cells temporarily
• moderate to severe - torn tissues, bleeding, long-term issues
• headaches, fatigue, confusion, mood swings, changes in attention, lack of self-control, aggression