PPT-The Co-Morbid Conditions of Autism Spectrum Disorders

Cynthia Macluskie Parent Mentor of Autism Society of America Greater Phoenix Chapter What is autism Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in verbal and nonverbal communication social interactions and leisure or play activities One should keep in mind however that autism is a spectrum disorder and it affects each individual differently and at varying degrees this is why early diagnosis is so crucial By learning the signs a child can begin benefiting from one of the many specialized intervention programs. Diagnosing Co-Morbid Drug Use and Alcohol Use Disorders use disorders, NESARC reported the following 12-month prevalence rates of specific drug use disorders: sedatives (0.75 percent), tranquilizers Paul E. Keck, Jr., MD. . Lindner Center of HOPE. University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. Key Recommendations. Realize that co-morbidity is the rule, not the exception, in bipolar disorder (BP). Diagnosis and Treatment. What is an Autism Spectrum Disorder?. A neurodevelopmental disorder . characterized, in varying degrees, by difficulties in social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. . Stuart Murray. Professor of Contemporary Literatures and Film. Leeds Centre for Medical Humanities. University of Leeds. . The determination of diagnoses and the problem of overlapping diagnostic criteria bedevil researchers and clinicians. Worse, the . Presenters. :. Elizabeth Orlando. ,. Associate Director of Disability Services and Academic Achievement. Maria . Marottoli . Kavanaugh, . Director of the Counseling and Testing Center. Today we will:. Judith Aronson-Ramos, M.D.. www.draronsonramos.com. Overview. 5 -10 % of school age children will have a developmental or mental health concern effecting their functioning at school.. Minority and socio-economically disadvantaged students may be under identified.. Disorder. Anderson Center Consulting. We would like to thank . Ulster Community Grants Fund . of the Community Foundations . of the Hudson Valley . for their collaboration in offering this Autism Supportive Environment℠ presentation. Tools For IM4Q Monitors. Jack Hartley. Mary Hartley. We don't need to be cured. Being autistic in a world that isn't built for people like us comes with all sorts of pain and challenges, but why do so many people automatically assume that it's the autism that needs fixing? Many of us on the spectrum believe that the money and energy that's funneled into searching for a cure would be better spent on acceptance, supports, and services to help autistic people with everything from personal care to employment issues.. Julie Williams. Emotional Behavioral Disorders Teacher. Marinette School District. National Anthem. Gina . Incandela. 7 years old. Autistic. What is Autism?. IDEA 2004 Educational Definition. A developmental disability significantly affecting a child’s social interaction and verbal and non-verbal communication, generally evident before age 3, that adversely affects learning and educational performance.. Autism Dare To Be Different is The Official Online Autism Gift Shop that creates gorgeous goods to bring representation to the autistic community. Visit: https://autismdaretobedifferent.com/ Child Development. 6th prd . Cause Of Autism. Many causes of autism have been proposed, but understanding of the theory of causation of autism and the other autism spectrum disorders is incomplete. . . Staff Training Manual – Series – Part 2. Created by: Shayna Gaunt, BCBA. Pre-Test. What does ASD stand for? . How many levels of ASD does the DSM-V specify? . Autism can be characterized behavioral ________ and behavioral deficits. DSM-IV vs. DSM-V (Old vs New). DSM-IV. Autistic Disorder . Asperger’s Disorder. Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (CDD). Rett’s. Disorder. The catch-all diagnosis of Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS) . PRESENTED BY . DR. OGHALE-OGHENE SELE. FEDERAL NEUROPSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL, USELU, BENIN CITY. 29. TH. JUNE 2022. 1. OBJECTIVE. To discuss the Diagnosis and Management of Autism Spectrum Disorders. . 2.