Ped's ADHD, Genetic disorders, Autism, Abuse Flashcards
What two domains does Autism disorder affect ?
- Social interaction & communication
2. restricted repetitive patterns of behavior, interests and activities
What causes Austim?
unknow
likely due to multiple genes we well and enviromental modifiers or “2nd hit factor”
Does having a sibling with Autism increase the risk the other child will develop Autism?
yes, although wide range of phenotypic expression
What gender is most common with Autism
Males > females 4:1
what increases your risk for Autism development
male
sibling with Autism
maternal use of VALPOIC ACID
older parents
What medication is thought to be linked to autism
maternal use of VALPOIC ACID
What are DSM 5 criteria for symptoms of Autism
- Presisent communication and social interaction across multiple areas that cant be explained by development delays
- social-emotional
- nonverbal communication for social interaction
- cants develop, maintain or understand relationship - Restricted repetitive patterns of behavior, interests and activities that have 2
- sameness, inflexibility in routines, same patterns with verbal and non verbal behavior
- fixated interested
- unusual interests in hearing, seeing, texture around - early in development
- impairment of school, job, life
Parents may report what development, behaviors in a child with suspected Autism
- normal development until 1-2 years old then sudden or slow decline
- most common is a language delay
- not making eye contact
- interest just with mouth, texture, will not interact with other children, not cuddly
what is the most common presenting symptom of Autism
most common is a language delay
What are some physical exam signs that a child may have Autism
large head circumference great than the 97%
not tracking with eyes
not cuddly
wont interact with you or mom
fixated on toy will not involve you or mom
What are screening tests used for Autism spectrum disorder
Autism behavior checklist- ABC
Gilliam autism rating scale-2 GARS-2
If you think a child may have Autism spectrum disorder
what things do you need to rule out first?
Hearing deficit
chromosomal abnormality
congenital or metabolic disorder like PKU
Red flag for Autism at 6 months
no big smiles or joyful expressions
*regression at any age
Red flag for Autism at 9 months
no back-and-forth sharing of sounds
no smiles
no facial expressions
*regression at any age
Red flag for Autism at 12 months
no babbling
*regression at any age
Red flag for Autism at 16 months
No words
*regression at any age
Red flag for Autism at 24 months
No two word combinations
*regression at any age
what are the AAP guidelines for screening Autism
screen with the modified checklist for autism in toddlers- MCHAT
18 and 24 months
If the MCHAT is concerning what is the next step?
Refer to “Help me grow”
early intervention
developmental pediatric specialist
What are the long term “prognosis or expectations” of a child with Autism
Intellectual disability 80% low IQ some have savant skills in one area Anxiety ADHD Seizures 25%
Treatment for Autism
- early intervention
- intensive behavior interventions
- Applied behavior analysis - ABA will encourage positive behavior and discourage negative behavior
- Structure
- Speech therapy
- occupation therapy
- medications
What are some medications give with Autism
No certain medicaiton
- anti psychotics for aggression, agitation and self injury
- SSRI for anxiety, compulsions and depression
- ADHD component- Stimulants
What 3 areas does attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder have?
- Inattention
- Hyperactivity
- immpulsivity
Who is most common to be affected with ADHD
10% of population
- males
- higher risk if family history
- exposed to alcohol or nicotine in utero
- damage to CNS from infection or trauma
What is the difference between a Male with ADHD and a female with ADHD
males- hyperactive and impulsive
females are more likely inattentive
What is the usual age of diagnosis ADHD
before age 6
persists into adulthood 60-80% of the time
most adults will have impulsivity and inattention
what is the DSM-V criteria for the types of ADHD
- Inattentive
- Hyperactive-impulsive
- A combination
What is the DSM-V creiteria for diagnosis ADHD
- At least 6 symptoms of one area (inattentive, hyperactive,impulsive)
- At least 6 months
- Most symptoms before age 12
- At least two different areas- school, social, work
(symptoms cant be due to other psychiatric issue)
What are symtoms of ADHD- predominantly Inattention
- Difficulty paying attention to detail or making careless mistakes
- difficulty following instructiosn
- gets distracted during activites
- avoids activites that require mental effort
- difficulty organisng tasks or activites
- often loses things necessary for daily activity
- often does not listen when spoken directly to
What are symtoms of ADHD- predominantly Hyperactivity
- often talks excessively
- often leaves his/her seat
- fidgets with hands, feet or squirms in seat
- runs, climbs excessively in situations which its inappropriate
- “on the go” or “driven by a motor”
- difficulty playing or engaging in leisure activities quietly
What are symtoms of ADHD- predominantly Impulsivity
- often blurts out answers before the questions are completed
- often has difficulty waiting their turn
- often interrupts or intrudes on others
what are some screening tools for ADHD
- Vanderbilt
2. Connor forms