Autism is one of the five developmental disorders listed under autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) apart from Asperger's syndrome, Rett disorder, childhood disintegrative disorder, and pervasive development disorder - not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). The idiom ‘autism spectrum disorders’ is the common classification which is used to illustrate lifetime disorders affecting neurodevelopment of a person.…
4. Equity: We promote fair and equitable access to supports, opportunities and services for all individuals on the autism spectrum; and strive for equity and fairness in decision making and in our relationships with others. 5. Integrity and Accountability: We act with honesty, integrity and openness in all dealings; adhere to high ethical and performance standards and manage resources in a responsible and prudent manner. 6.…
The definition of autism is one of the autistic spectrum disorders ranging from high to low functioning. Asperger syndrome is one of the autism spectrum disorders , where cognition is usually in the average or above average range. With all three problems developing adequate social behaviors and skills are restricted. Some of the characteristics of autism or impairment in reciprocal social interactions, poor communication abilities, insistent on sameness, and unusual behavior patterns. With these disorders self injury and aggression are very prevalent and we need to train them with the important skills for success , while releasing stress.…
Chapter 1 focuses on how ASD is classified and treated. Autism is largely still misunderstood so treatments and classification vary depending on doctor and family feelings. This chapter explores the theories behind the development of ASD and highlights several studies highlighting scientific research into the cause behind Autism. Chapter 2 primarily focuses on assessments at several different levels. The first type of assessment is a screener that is given to children who may be at risk for developmental delays.…
Autism is not a disease but a disorder. A disorder which affects the brain and according to Human Diseases and Conditions Autism is defined as “a person’s ability to communicate with and relate to other people and limits the person’s interests and activities.” Within the last few years, autism has finally been recognized as a medical condition. For many years, autism was thought to be a mental disease instead of a developmental disorder. This was until Leo Kanner conducted his research on One of the “founders” of autism is Leo Kanner a physician at Johns Hopkins.…
According to the textbook, it mentions how “autism spectrum disorder consists of deficits in social communication and social interaction and then presence of restrictive and repetitive behavioral patterns” (Chapter 12, pg. 439-440). The textbook also mentions how, “Autism spectrum disorder is a life-long impairment that affects the entire family; only about one third of all people with these disorder are ever able to live independently, however; deficits in the core areas do improve with age, and there are always exceptions to this generally bleak outlook” (Chapter 12, pg. 441). As I was watching the video about Carly, it was very heartbreaking to watch.…
Autism Diagnostic Criteria: For autism, there are many different indicators that one may have this developmental disorder. If a child has repetitive and restricted patterns of behavior, activities and interests, impairments in communication or social interaction, it could be a sign that they are experiencing this developmental delay. According to information from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, a child must meet at least six of the characteristics listed above. Autism is a “spectrum disorder” which means that a child could have symptoms that range from mild to severe.…
Autism spectrum disorder can be classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder, which relates to anything that affects the development of the nervous system, this disorder impairs those who are diagnosed by causing them to have the inability to communicate and interact with others. At times it can also include restricted repetitive behavior, interests and activities. If all of theses are combined then these issues can and will cause significant impairment in social, occupational, and other areas of functioning. This specific disorder has no cure, affecting a victim for their whole life, which will make it hard for a mother or father when they get told that their child might be autistic. Many parents choose to take the heartache differently.…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects the brain’s development of social and communication skills. A person with autism may have repetitive behaviors, social challenges, and communication difficulties which last throughout a person’s lifetime. About one percent of the world’s population is living with autism, and about 3.5 million Americans are living with an ASD. There is no known single cause for autism, but most accept that autism is caused by abnormalities in brain structure or function. Brain scans show differences in the brain structure when compared to a neurotypical brain (Autism-Society).…
Autism is an extremely common disorder, affecting 1 child in every 68. (CDC 2010) Autism is characterized by a mental condition, present from early childhood, characterized by difficulty in communicating and forming relationships with other people and in using language and abstract concepts. (WEB MD) After being diagnosed with type 1 Autism in 2001 I went through intensive behavioral therapy for four consecutive years.…
I have autism. During a point in my life, I found out that I had an autism spectrum disorder. Autism is a developmental disorder that causes people to struggle in communication and interactions. It is a developmental disorder because autistic people will develop better through time. Sometimes, I wondered why I act or communicate differently from the social norms.…
To ensure that those with special needs get the best care possible, it helps to know five tips for working with adults on the autism spectrum. That is because those who have this disorder have specific qualities, which make life especially challenging for them. So they need extra patience and compassion from the people around them. To help make this easier, the following is a list of five tips: Don't Force Communication The autism spectrum actually refers to a range of disorders.…
Autism spectrum disorder encompasses many disorders with a range of symptoms and severity. The autism spectrum is a scale with classical autism being the most severe and Asperger syndrome, disintegrative disorder, and pervasive developmental disorder being more mild. Autism occurs equally among all ethnic and socioeconomic groups. However, boys are four times more…
The Autism Spectrum is a range of symptoms one with autism can have, ranging from mild to severe (What Is Asperger’s Syndrome?). When someone thinks what Asperger’s does to an affected individual, they would probably think social awkwardness. Indeed, Asperger’s is normally characterized by social and communication…
Matt is a 5 year old autistic male, who lives with his parents and older brother in Toronto. He was diagnosed at three with Autism Spectrum Disorder; he is nonverbal and communicates through PECS and is presently learning to sign. The assessment provided the family and intervention team information critical for setting goals for Matt. Matt’s mother is still having difficulty accepting that her son has Autism, but is willing to do anything to help him in any way that she can. Matt was placed in an early intervention ABA program where he has done well.…