Learning_Disability_Flashcards
What are some preventive measures for learning disabilities?
Preventive measures for learning disabilities include parental education, improved antenatal/perinatal care, genetic counselling, and early detection and treatment of reversible causes.
Why is parental education important in the prevention of learning disabilities?
Parental education is important because it helps parents understand the risks of alcohol during pregnancy and other factors that can affect fetal development.
How can genetic counselling help in preventing learning disabilities?
Genetic counselling can help in preventing learning disabilities by providing information and support to families with heritable causes of learning disabilities.
What is an example of early detection and treatment to prevent learning disabilities?
An example of early detection and treatment to prevent learning disabilities is excluding phenylalanine in babies with PKU.
What should be done to manage physical comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities?
To manage physical comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities, annual physical health checks should be offered.
What challenges exist in diagnosing psychiatric comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities?
Diagnosing psychiatric comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities can be challenging due to cognitive, language, and communication difficulties.
What considerations should be taken when treating psychiatric comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities?
When treating psychiatric comorbidities in individuals with learning disabilities, slower dose titration and careful monitoring are required due to their sensitivity to medications.
What is the purpose of a Statement of Special Educational Needs?
A Statement of Special Educational Needs allows for appropriate support in mainstream or specialised schools to maximise the child’s potential.
What are some types of psychological therapy used for individuals with learning disabilities?
Types of psychological therapy used for individuals with learning disabilities include counselling, group therapy, modified CBT, and behavioral therapy.
What does the ABC approach in behavioral therapy stand for?
The ABC approach in behavioral therapy stands for Antecedents, Behavior, and Consequences.
How can antecedents be managed in behavioral therapy for individuals with learning disabilities?
In behavioral therapy for individuals with learning disabilities, antecedents can be managed by avoiding them, reinforcing positive behaviors, and preventing reinforcement of negative behaviors.
What role does the support network play for individuals with learning disabilities?
The support network provides specific help with daily living, housing, employment, and finances for individuals with learning disabilities.
Why is it important to assess carers’ needs in managing learning disabilities?
Assessing carers’ needs is important to ensure they receive the necessary support to care for individuals with learning disabilities effectively.
What is the prognosis for individuals with learning disabilities?
The prognosis for individuals with learning disabilities is that it is a lifelong condition.
Why is life expectancy reduced in individuals with learning disabilities?
Life expectancy is reduced in individuals with learning disabilities due to comorbid physical illness and unmet health needs.
