Pervasive developmental disorders

According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-Fourth Edition (DSM-IV), Autism is described as a Pervasive Developmental Disorder (Nissenbaum et al, 2002). Pervasive Developmental Disorders are described as an individual being impaired with deviant social behavior and communication skills (Nissenbaum et al, 2002). Autism is ranged from severe to mild due to the severity of the symptoms (Nissenbaum et al, 2002). Also, autism affects children through a category of their cognitive, social, and communication skills (Nissenbaum et al, 2002). According to the researchers, Pervasive Developmental Disorders is associated with other disorders such as Autistic Disorder, Rett’s Disorder, Asperger’s Disorder, and etc (Nissenbaum et al, 2002). The way autism is caused is not fully understood (Nissenbaum et al, 2002).…

Overview Pervasive developmental disorders (PDDs) is a term that refers to a set of conditions involving some form of delay in basic skill development. Most commonly, it affects how a patient communicates, socializes with other people, and uses their imagination. PDDs are generally diagnosed in young children at about three years of age. At this stage of development, affected kids often become confused and have a difficult time comprehending their world. Though researchers are looking for…

in 1999, to specifically target the ramifications of the maladaptive and adaptive behavior affecting the autistic population. This psychological test is intended to help identify unnoticeable symptoms that hinders the developmental growth in children. The test is a 30 to 45 minutes assessment completed by teachers and parents regarding the language, social and cognitive skills of children with PDD (Cohen, 2003). In regards to the scoring of the test, there is a standard model for teachers and…

Argument and Evidence There is much agreement that creativity is beneficial for the healthy development of children. However, what challenges are present when the child has an atypical learning style or developmental delay? Children with Autism Spectrum Diagnosis characteristically have certain sensory sensitivities to touch/texture, light, sound, or smell. These sensitivities can present an obstacle when gaining an understanding of the world through hands-on art education. Similarly,…

Being a parent of a child diagnosed under the DSM-IV criteria for PDD-NOS (Pervasive Developmental Disorder- Not Otherwise Specified), I always state “if you know someone on the Autism Spectrum, you know one individual.” No two individuals are alike due to the wide range of symptoms and severity of the Autism Spectrum. The range allows for a more inclusive way to give children as much help as possible. The DSM-IV broke up the “autism spectrum” into a few main categories: autistic disorder,…

Autism is a spectrum disorder that impacts the nervous system. The common symptoms are difficulty with communication, repetitive behaviors, and difficulty with social interactions. Autism is more common in male than females. Eugen Bleuler, a swiss psychiatrist, was the first to use the term autism in 1911. He used it to describe one of his schizophrenic patient who had withdrawn into his own world. The greek word “autós” that means “self”, Bleuler used the word to mean self-admiration and…

Parents are increasingly becoming more aware of ASD, Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. ASD symptoms can range from gifted to severely challenged (CDC). With ASD rates rising, it has become necessary for nurses in acute care setting to get a better understanding of ASD patients. In this article, Caring For The Child With An Autism Spectrum Disorder In The Acute Care Setting,…

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”…

One in five kids are born with some form of autism. There are many different types of autism. Some are mild forms such as Attention Deficit Disorder known as A.D.D, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder commonly known as A.D.H.D, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder or P.D.D. Also, there are more extreme forms of autism, such as, autistic. Every type of autism has its unique way of effecting children. The two most common forms, which are well known throughout the world are A.D.D and A.D.H.D,…

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a long-term disorder that begins in the childhood, this condition is marked by extreme detachment to other people, severe deficit with communication, and repetitive behaviors, interests, and activities (Comer, 2014, p. 457). It is estimated that 1 in 1,000 children were born with ASD in 2011-2012, about double that of 2007 (Fingert, 2014, p. 1390). However, a steady increase in the number of children diagnosed with ASD has been noted in the recent years; about 1…