Neurodevelopment disorders

Question 1

What is the full name of the assessment tool known as ADOS 2

Answer 1

Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule Second Edition

Question 2

What age range does ADOS 2 cover

Answer 2

Twelve months through adulthood

Question 3

Which ADOS 2 module is for children aged 12 to 30 months who do not use phrase speech

Answer 3

Toddler module

Question 4

Which ADOS 2 module is for children over 31 months who do not use phrase speech

Answer 4

Module 1

Question 5

Which ADOS 2 module is for children who use phrase speech but are not verbally fluent

Answer 5

Module 2

Question 6

Which ADOS 2 module is for verbally fluent children and young adolescents

Answer 6

Module 3

Question 7

Which ADOS 2 module is for verbally fluent older adolescents and adults

Answer 7

Module 4

Question 8

What are the three core social communication deficits in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Answer 8

Deficits in social emotional reciprocity deficits in nonverbal communication deficits in developing and maintaining relationships

Question 9

What are examples of restricted and repetitive behaviors in ASD

Answer 9

Stereotyped movements insistence on sameness fixated interests abnormal sensory reactivity

Question 10

When must symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder be present

Answer 10

In early developmental period

Question 11

What must ASD symptoms cause to meet diagnostic criteria

Answer 11

Clinically significant impairment in functioning

Question 12

What must not better explain the symptoms of ASD

Answer 12

Intellectual developmental disorder

Question 13

What is Level 3 severity in ASD

Answer 13

Requiring very substantial support with severe deficits in communication and extreme difficulty coping with change

Question 14

What is Level 2 severity in ASD

Answer 14

Requiring substantial support with communication deficits and inflexibility

Question 15

What is Level 1 severity in ASD

Answer 15

Requiring support with social communication deficits and inflexibility that interfere with functioning

Question 16

What is the estimated prevalence of ASD in the United States

Answer 16

One to two percent

Question 17

Which populations show lower prevalence of ASD than white children in the US

Answer 17

African American and Latinx children

Question 18

What is the male to female ratio in ASD prevalence

Answer 18

Three to one

Question 19

What concern exists about diagnosis of ASD in females

Answer 19

Possible underdiagnosis in women and girls

Question 20

What percentage of ASD cases may involve a known genetic mutation

Answer 20

Up to fifteen percent

Question 21

Do vaccines cause autism

Answer 21

No vaccines do not cause autism

Question 22

What is Applied Behavior Analysis used for in ASD

Answer 22

Therapy to teach skills and reduce challenging behaviors

Question 23

What does speech language therapy target in ASD

Answer 23

Verbal and nonverbal communication

Question 24

What does occupational therapy focus on in ASD

Answer 24

Self care sensory processing and fine motor skills

Question 25

What does physical therapy address in ASD

Answer 25

Gross motor skills coordination and balance

Question 26

What does social skills training in ASD aim to improve

Answer 26

Peer interaction and relationship building

Question 27

What are some additional therapies used for comorbid conditions in ASD

Answer 27

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Exposure Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Question 28

What two symptom categories define ADHD

Answer 28

Inattention and hyperactivity impulsivity

Question 29

How many symptoms are required for ADHD diagnosis

Answer 29

Six or more symptoms in either category for at least six months

Question 30

What age must symptoms of ADHD be present before

Answer 30

Before age twelve

Question 31

In how many settings must ADHD symptoms be observed

Answer 31

Two or more settings

Question 32

What must ADHD symptoms interfere with

Answer 32

Functioning or quality of life

Question 33

Can ADHD symptoms occur during a psychotic or other mental disorder

Answer 33

No they cannot

Question 34

What are three common symptoms of inattention in ADHD

Answer 34

Difficulty sustaining attention careless mistakes forgetfulness

Question 35

What are three common symptoms of hyperactivity in ADHD

Answer 35

Fidgeting trouble sitting still excessive talking

Question 36

What are three common symptoms of impulsivity in ADHD

Answer 36

Blurting out answers difficulty waiting turns interrupting others

Question 37

What age of onset was required for ADHD in DSM IV and what changed in DSM V

Answer 37

Before age seven in DSM IV changed to before age twelve in DSM V

Question 38

Was evidence of impairment at onset required in DSM IV for ADHD

Answer 38

Yes but it is not required in DSM V

Question 39

Is autism an exclusionary diagnosis for ADHD in DSM V

Answer 39

No it is not

Question 40

Which gender is more frequently diagnosed with ADHD

Answer 40

Males

Question 41

What ADHD symptom type is more common in females

Answer 41

Inattentive features

Question 42

What are some populations with higher ADHD prevalence

Answer 42

Foster children and correctional settings

Question 43

What are some risk factors for ADHD

Answer 43

Temperament perinatal issues sensory impairments metabolic and nutritional deficiencies

Question 44

What does Cognitive Behavioral Therapy help with in ADHD

Answer 44

Improving focus organization time management and reducing impulsivity

Question 45

What is the focus of parent training in ADHD

Answer 45

Behavior management structure and reinforcement strategies

Question 46

What accommodations can help students with ADHD

Answer 46

Visual cues movement breaks distraction free environments and extended time

Question 47

What neurotransmitters do stimulant medications for ADHD target

Answer 47

Norepinephrine and dopamine

Question 48

What are examples of stimulant medications for ADHD

Answer 48

Adderall and Ritalin

Question 49

When are non stimulant medications for ADHD used

Answer 49

When stimulants do not work or to avoid side effects