Spectrum

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is now known as one of the most diagnosed developmental disabilities in childhood. Children with ASD often have abnormal language and social behaviors as well as behaviors that are often repetitive and patterned. Children with ASD also tend to have reduced participation in physical activities suggested by fine motor impairments consistent with children who have been diagnosed. While no single intervention has proven to be the most effective, DMT has proven to be a…

Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder, has been a disorder that has been around for many generations, and has been classified as a “disease” by some scholars and doctors, but that is not the case. It is classified as a symptom of abnormal development in a pre-developed brain. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that is characterized by very impaired social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication, and a sort of repetitive behavior that exists. Since there are many children…

learning styles, and backgrounds. Children with Autism Spectrum disorder are different and challenging. They struggle with having no social relationships and communication skills. Autism Spectrum disorder is “a pervasive development disorder affecting communication and social developments and causing, at times a variety of unusual behaviors and unusual reactions to sensory stimulation.” (Kirk, Gallagher, Coleman, 2015). Many children with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) avoid eye contact, have…

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Also referred to as ASD. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a general term of a disorders involving the brain development. The most known disorder that falls under ASD is autism. Though for those that fall under the Autism Spectrum Disorder only 20 percent of those on the spectrum have “classic autism”(CITE). There are other types that fall under the spectrum like Asperger’s Syndrome, which is on the high functioning side of the spectrum, and Pervasive Developmental…

with autism spectrum disorder is important and an essential public health need. Screening tool for autism in two year olds has been developed to screen for autism spectrum disorder in children between 24 and 35 months of age. The screening tool for autism in two year olds consists of items that cover motor imitation, play skills, requesting, and defecting attention. In additional, screening tool for autism in two year olds identifies young and toddlers kids who may have autism spectrum disorder…

Autism Spectrum Disorder Many people across the world are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, which is a disorder in the brain and causes many effects to their everyday life. Autism Spectrum Disorder is also known as Pervasive Disorder (Mayo Clinic Staff). There are two different forms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The first form and also the most serious one is regular autism according to the autism spectrum. The second form is Asperger syndrome and is on the lower end of the autism…

American Psychiatric Association’s (2013) DSM-5, Aiden would be assessed to determine diagnosis and his strengths. DSM-5 Diagnosis and Rationale According to the American Psychiatric Association’s DSM-5 (2013), Aiden shows classic signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (299.00). The DSM-5 clearly states criteria required for the diagnosis…

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and autism are terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development. Autism is described as difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and also repetitive behaviors. Some common deficits in skills such as rigid and inflexible behavior, preservation, inappropriate responding in social situations, inability to learn by experience and to adapt to change in the environment, lack initiative and thought processes (Dawson, G., Munson, J.…

the legal aspects of special education, and the educational history of students with autism spectrum disorders. The article also discusses the primary domains of education students with ASD, such as social interactions and communication. Additionally, the article describes several models used for teaching students with autism spectrum disorders, including the SCERTS model, LEAP, and the Autism Spectrum Disorder Inclusion Collaboration Model. The article also includes a section of “a Tale of…

In the case study about an individual with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, we learn about a boy who is diagnosed with autism at a young age and how school accommodates this. Blake Kwon was the third child to Mr. and Mrs. Kwon. When Blake was a baby, his parents were concerned that he was not responsive to or interested in people or other stimuli like their two other children, who were both girls. They dismissed these concerns as simply being the difference between raising boys and girls. When Blake…