Mental health

Question 1

What are the three main criteria for Learning Disability?

Answer 1

1. Significant cognitive impairment (IQ assessment)
   
   2. Significant impairment in social/adaptive functioning
   3. Developmental origin before age 18

Question 2

What are the key characteristics of autism?

Answer 2

Pervasive developmental disorder
Impaired social interaction and communication
Restricted/repetitive behaviors and interests
Associated sensory difficulties

Question 3

What are the key statistics for mental health prevalence?

Answer 3

10% of children & young people
20% of those with chronic illness
40% of those with intellectual disability

Question 4

What are the main reasons for specialist services?

Answer 4

Health inequalities
Poor physical and mental health outcomes
History of institutional abuse

Question 5

What special considerations exist for depression in children with IDs?

Answer 5

Impact of being minimally verbal or autistic
Impact of environment (e.g., school)
Impact of co-morbidities and existing treatments

Question 6

What does ABC stand for in behavioural assessment?

Answer 6

Antecedent (triggers and background factors)
Behaviour (detailed description, timing, duration)
Consequence (external and internal motivations)

Question 7

What are key principles for medication in ID/autism?

Answer 7

Start at low dose and titrate slowly
Ensure regular and systematic monitoring
Consider as adjunct to other treatments

Question 8

What are essential communication strategies?

Answer 8

Gain attention, check hearing/vision
Use short sentences and simple words
Use non-verbal cues
Provide easy-read materials

Question 9

What are the main types of psychological therapies available?

Answer 9

1:1 therapy (CBT, CAT, psychodynamic)
Family/systemic therapy
Behavioral interventions
Non-verbal therapies
Adjusted therapy sessions