One neurodevelopmental disorder I choose is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and the One neurocognitive disorder I choose is Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) both of these disorders can be a lifetime disorder but treatment can help. They are both more common in men, but women are still susceptible.
Autism is a mental condition, present from early childhood. Autism impacts the nervous system. The range and severity of symptoms can vary widely. Common symptoms include difficulty with communication, difficulty with social interactions, obsessive interests, and repetitive behaviors. Early recognition, as well as behavioral, educational, and family therapies may reduce symptoms and support development and learning.
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Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a comprehensive behavioral early intervention approach for children with autism, ages 12 to 48 months. The program encompasses a developmental curriculum that defines the skills to be taught at any given time and a set of teaching procedures used to deliver this content. Pivotal Response Therapy PRT is a naturalistic intervention model derived from ABA. PRT targets pivotal areas of a child's development, such as motivation, responsivity to multiple cues, self-management, and social initiations. Verbal Behavior Therapy teaches communication using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and the theories of behaviorist B.F. Skinner. Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) is a family-based, behavioral treatment designed to address autism's core symptoms. Developed by psychologist Steven Gutstein, Ph.D., it builds on the theory that “dynamic intelligence” is key to improving quality of life for individuals with autism. TEACCH Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children is an evidence-based service, training, and research program for individuals of all ages and skill levels with autism spectrum disorders. Social Communication/Emotional Regulation/Transactional Support (SCERTS) The SCERTS Model is a comprehensive, team-based, multidisciplinary model for enhancing abilities in Social Communication and Emotional Regulation, and implementing Transactional Supports for children and older individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their
Autism is a mental condition, present from early childhood. Autism impacts the nervous system. The range and severity of symptoms can vary widely. Common symptoms include difficulty with communication, difficulty with social interactions, obsessive interests, and repetitive behaviors. Early recognition, as well as behavioral, educational, and family therapies may reduce symptoms and support development and learning.
Traumatic Brain Injury is a brain …show more content…
Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a comprehensive behavioral early intervention approach for children with autism, ages 12 to 48 months. The program encompasses a developmental curriculum that defines the skills to be taught at any given time and a set of teaching procedures used to deliver this content. Pivotal Response Therapy PRT is a naturalistic intervention model derived from ABA. PRT targets pivotal areas of a child's development, such as motivation, responsivity to multiple cues, self-management, and social initiations. Verbal Behavior Therapy teaches communication using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and the theories of behaviorist B.F. Skinner. Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) is a family-based, behavioral treatment designed to address autism's core symptoms. Developed by psychologist Steven Gutstein, Ph.D., it builds on the theory that “dynamic intelligence” is key to improving quality of life for individuals with autism. TEACCH Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children is an evidence-based service, training, and research program for individuals of all ages and skill levels with autism spectrum disorders. Social Communication/Emotional Regulation/Transactional Support (SCERTS) The SCERTS Model is a comprehensive, team-based, multidisciplinary model for enhancing abilities in Social Communication and Emotional Regulation, and implementing Transactional Supports for children and older individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their