Psych Flashcards
1
Q
What are 5 types of autism spectrum disorders
A
Autism
Aspergers
Rett syndrome
Childhood disintegrative disorder
Pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified
2
Q
MOst common ASD diagnosis
A
PDDNOS
3
Q
How is PDDNOS
A
Criteria not met for the other ASD’s
4
Q
How is autism distinguished from other ASD’s
A
Social impairments present before the age of 3
5
Q
How is aspergers distinguished from other ASD’s
A
No delay in language or cogntive development
6
Q
What causes adjustment disorder in a child
A
Moving schools
Separation from parents
7
Q
Crying and withdrawal after moving school
A
Adjustment disorder
8
Q
Management of adjustment disorder in a child
A
Educating parents
Talking therapies
