Asd Flashcards
What are autism spectrum disorders?
Each person with ASD is as different as you from the person next to you. person first vs identifying as autistic
Who first described autism?
Hans Asperger and Leo Kanner.
What was Kanner’s belief about the cause of autism?
Kanner believed it was caused by refrigerator mothers.
What did Asperger believe about the cause of autism?
Asperger believed it was genetic.
What are some previous etiologies of autism?
Wakefield; MMR vaccines, trauma during pregnancy, Kanner; refrigerator mother.
What were some previous names for autism?
Infantile schizophrenia, early infantile autism, pervasive developmental disorder (1987), Asperger syndrome (1994-2013), now spectrum autism disorder.
What is the current understanding of the etiology of autism spectrum disorder?
A combination of genetics and environment.
What is the increased chance of a second child having ASD if one child has it?
The chances increase by 20%.
What new method has been found to diagnose ASD?
A study found that a stool sample could diagnose ASD. If it was only genes then both twins would have asd
What is the first social skill developed in neurotypical children?
Referencing, which begins at 4 months.
What is referencing?
Looking at faces and the environment to gather information about intentions and emotions.
When does joint attention develop?
Joint attention develops at 6 months.
What is hidden curriculum?
Social norms and unspoken social lessons. social lessons example bathroom to go against social norms you are breaking the hidden curriculum
What is theory of mind?
The ability to attribute mental states to oneself and others, understanding that others have different beliefs, desires, and perspectives.
When is theory of mind fully developed in neurotypical individuals?
By 25 years. start at concertly example I have a cat so cats are the best favourite colour is blue so everyone is blue and you are wrong if it’s not blue.
What happens if a person lacks theory of mind?
They may tell the truth in ways that are insulting or believe others are happy if they are happy. believe a person who is lying to them
What does ‘vulluve’ refer to?
Telling stories that make no sense due to assumptions about shared information.
What is a common behavior associated with ‘vulluve’?
Walking away because they think the other person knows what they want or where they are going.
How can a functional plate be impacted?
It could be used for self-stimming.
What does ‘perserverate’ mean?
To be really interested in something.
What difficulties may arise in cooperative play?
Difficulties can occur if one lacks theory of mind or understanding of hidden curriculum.
What is masking in the context of social communication?
A strategy that includes forced eye contact and disguising stims.
What are the consequences of masking?
Higher anxiety, delays in diagnosis, and depression.
Is masking more common in men or women?
Masking is more common in women than men.
