Intellectual DIsability, Down Syndrome, and Autism Flashcards
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What is the definition of I.D.?
A
Failure to develop cognitive abilities and achieve an intelligence level that would be appropriate for their age group
2
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What can cause Intellectual disabilities?
A
trauma at birth, lead poisoning, mother smoking during development
3
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What are 3 clinical characteristics of Down Syndrome?
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Mouth breathing, Shorter than average, protruding tongue
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What are some characteristics of Autism?
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Lack of social-emotional reciprocity, difficulty forming relationships, non-purposeful movements, repeats words, monotone, resistant to change
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What are 4 instructional techniques you should use for people with autism?
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Token economy, task analysis, redirection to other activities when they become obsessed, and positive reinforcement
