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Autism Spectrum Disorder Definition
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1. Communication deficits
2. Social interaction problems 3. Cognitive deficits 4. Repetitive, stereotypical movement 5. Resistance to change 6. Unusual sensory perceptions |
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Asperger Syndrome characteristics
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1. Autistic psychopathy
2. Normal intelligence and language Socially isolated 3. Obsessive interests in narrow areas |
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Prevalence
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1 in 166 people have autism spectrum disorder
Males outnumber females 3-4:1 40-50 years rise in autism |
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Identification
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No universally used tests
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Psychological and Behavioral Characteristics
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1.communicative deficits
2. cognitive deficits -processing differences -savants -sensitivity |
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Educational Considerations
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Communication skills
Social skills Direct instruction of skills Behavior management (FBA and PBS) Instruction in natural settings |
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Assessment
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Scales for language development and social/adaptive behavior
Standardized tests Accommodations: setting, scheduling, presentation format, and response format |
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Transition
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Program centered planning (Autism)
Social interactions in post-secondary and employment settings (Asperger Syndrome) |
