Autism Spectrum Disorder Flashcards
Autism Etiology.
• No definitive cause has been identified. Correlation with birth complications, enlargement of the brain itself, elevated levels of brain serotonin. Not correlated with parenting styles
Autism and treatment
Behavioral treatment for children:
• The more specialized instruction and behavior therapy the child receives, the more likely it is that the condition will improve.
• Medication is only to treat specific symptoms (seizures, hyperactivity, extreme mood changes, or self-injurious behaviors).
• The autistic child requires much of the parents attention, often affecting other children in the family and exhausting the parent.
• Therapy and support for the family is helpful.0
Aspergers Disorder:
No longer in the DSM-V, now part of the autism spectrum
Less severe form of autism. Severe impairment in social interaction. No impairment in language or cognitive skills.
Aspergers and the senses
Me under reactor over react to sensory stimuli.
May experience sensory overload.
Extremely sensitive to touch, smells, sounds, tastes and sights. They may prefer soft clothing, familiar scents or certain foods.
Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder.
A. A pattern of inattention and/ hyperactivity – impulsivity that interferes with functioning of , as characterized by (1) or (2):
- Inattention: (6 or more of the following).. Often
A. Fails to give close attention to detail, or makes careless mistakes in school work, at work or during other activities.
B. Has difficulty sustaining attention in tasks or play activities.
C. Does not seem to listen when spoken to directly.
D. Often does not follow through on instructions and fails to finish schoolwork, chores, or duties in the workplace.
E. Has difficulty organizing tasks and activities.
F. Avoids, dislikes, or is reluctant to engage in tasks that require sustained mental attention.
G. Loses things necessary for Tasks or activities.
H. Is often easily distracted by extraneous stimuli.
I. Is often forgetful in daily activities.
Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
A. A pattern of inattention and/ hyperactivity – impulsivity that interferes with functioning of , as characterized by (1) or (2):
- Hyperactivity – Impulsivity: Often…
A. Fidgets with or taps hands or feet, or squirms in seat.
B. Leave seed in situations when remaining seated is expected.
C. Runs about or climbs in situations where it is inappropriate.
D. Unable to play or engage in leisure activities quietly.
E. Is “on the go” acting as if “driven by a motor”.
F. Talks excessively.
G. Blurts out answers before a question has been completed.
H. Has difficulty waiting his/ her turn.
I. Interrupt or intrude on others.
Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
A. A pattern of inattention and/ hyperactivity – impulsivity that interferes with functioning of , as characterized by (1) or (2):
B. Several inattentive or hyperactive – impulse symptoms were present before age 12
C. Several inattentive or hyperactive – impulsive symptoms are present in 2 or more settings (home, school, work, friends, relatives, or other activities).
D. There is clear evidence that the symptoms interfere with, or reduce the quality of, social, academic, or occupational functioning.
E. The symptoms do not occur exclusively during the course of schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders, and are not better explained by another mental disorder (e.g. mood, anxiety, disassociative, and/or personality disorder; or substance use or withdrawal).
Other specified attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder
Other specified attention deficit /hyperactivity disorder is used in situations in which the clinician chooses TO communicate to Pacific that specific reason that the presentation does not meet the criteria for any specific attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Unspecified Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder.
The unspecified Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder category is used in situations in which the clinician chooses Not To communicate the specific reason that the presentation does not meet the criteria for any specified attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.
Autism spectrum disorder
- Lack of social interactions or concern for others.
- Child is passive, aloof, shows little eye contact or smiling and stiffens when touched.
- People may be treated as objects and the child lacks interest or ability to make friends.
- Highly anxious with change. Poor judgment.
- Children with autism self stimulate by rocking, spinning or headbanging. 50% of these children use nonverbal communication.
- On-set is prior to three years of age.
