Leaders Flashcards
Who is considered one of the pioneers in autism research?
Leo Kanner
What theory did Hans Asperger contribute to autism?
Asperger’s syndrome, which is considered a form of autism.
True or False: The theory of mind is a key concept in autism research.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ hypothesis suggests that autism is caused by a genetic predisposition.
genetic
Who proposed the ‘refrigerator mother’ theory in the 1940s?
Leo Kanner
What is the focus of the cognitive theories of autism?
Understanding the mental processes of individuals with autism.
Which theory emphasizes the role of social interaction in autism?
Social motivation theory
True or False: The neurodiversity movement advocates for viewing autism as a difference rather than a disorder.
True
Who developed the theory of mind hypothesis?
Simon Baron-Cohen
What does the term ‘executive functioning’ refer to in autism research?
The cognitive processes that manage planning, attention, and problem-solving.
Which autism theory focuses on the sensory processing differences?
Sensory integration theory
Fill in the blank: The __________ model integrates biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding autism.
biopsychosocial
What is the primary focus of the ecological model in autism?
The interaction between individuals and their environment.
True or False: Autism is solely caused by environmental factors.
False
Who is known for the concept of ‘mindblindness’ in autism?
Simon Baron-Cohen
What is the main idea behind the theory of weak central coherence?
Individuals with autism may focus on details rather than the whole picture.
Fill in the blank: The __________ theory suggests that individuals with autism have a different way of processing information.
cognitive
Which researcher is associated with the concept of ‘autistic culture’?
Jim Sinclair
What does the term ‘spectrum’ refer to in autism?
The wide range of symptoms and abilities in individuals with autism.
Who proposed the ‘double empathy problem’ theory?
Damian Milton
True or False: The DSM-5 recognizes autism as a single disorder with varying levels of severity.
True
What is the primary focus of the applied behavior analysis (ABA) approach?
To modify behavior through reinforcement techniques.
Fill in the blank: The __________ approach emphasizes understanding the perspective of individuals with autism.
person-centered
Who is a prominent figure in advocating for autism acceptance rather than treatment?
Autistic self-advocates
What is the main criticism of the ‘refrigerator mother’ theory?
It places blame on parents for the child’s condition.
What does the term ‘stimming’ refer to in the context of autism?
Self-stimulatory behavior often exhibited by individuals with autism.
