Psych 2: ADHD & Autism Spectrum d/o

Persistent pattern of inattention ____ hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes w/ functioning or development is considered ADHD
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Persistent pattern of inattention ____ hyperactivity/impulsivity that interferes w/ functioning or development is considered ADHD
AND/OR
____ or more symptoms going on at least 6 months, INCONSISTENT WITH AGE/DEVELOPMENTAL LEVEL, and negatively affecting life functions are characteristic for ADHD
6 (5 for age 17 and older)
Although there's a large list, the overall symptoms of ADD include (Note the lack of H in adHd)....
- Often in "la-la land"
- Avoiding things that require concentration
- Losing things, and forgetting daily things
- _______
Difficulty concentrating on things/easily distracted
Although there's a large list, the overall symptoms of ADHD include (NOTE the H in adHd)...
Everything that includes a lack of attention/listening/focus +
- Talks A LOT
- Blurts out answers before questions are completed
- ______
Can't wait his/her turn/interrupts
To diagnose ADHD, symptoms must be present in at least 2 settings (house, home, work, etc), and present prior to age ____
12
Be specific when diagnosing ADD vs ADHD... Is it predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive, or ______?
Combined
Labs/radiology aren't needed for ADHD diagnosis. Just focus on AMSIT exam and seek _______ to rule out other psych issues. We either refer them, or use a proper screening tool like "Connor's Scale"
age-appropriate findings
How bad the ADHD symptoms, and PARENT/PATIENT preferences determines Tx. What's the standard first-line Tx?
No standard. Pharmaco and Psychotherapy... Pick your poison
Impairments in two domains; 1)Deficits in social communication/interaction, and 2) restricted/same repetitive patterns of behavior and activities/interests are characteristic of ______
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum d/o things to look out for in early childhood;
- Frequent trantrums or intolerance to change
Lack of;
- Babbling by 9 months
- Pointing/gestures by 12 months
- Words by 16 months
- Pretend play by 18 months
- Two-word phrases by _____
24 months
Although individuals with Autism have difficulty developing relationships/friends, impaired interpretation of non-verbal & emotional cues, and have a lack of interest in SHARING ENJOYMENT, the most common presentation is _____.Delays in language developmentTo be considered Autism Spectrum d/o 2 of the following must be present, Now or EVER... - Extreme interest out of line with normal things (weather, calculations, schedules, dates, etc) - Repetitive motor movements (twisting, rocking, swaying, tip-toe walking, etc) - NEED for Sameness/can't adapt & transition - ______HYPER RESPONSE to environmental stimuliSymptoms of Autism Spectrum d/o may not manifest until _____social demands exceed capacityAlthough we want to Dx at an early developmental period, the ultimate goal is to ______, communication, & adaptation.improve social/academic function________ guarantees a free public education for every child with a disability in the US, developed and ran by each stateThe Individuals w/ Disabilities Act (IDEA)As a child becomes eligible for school-based services, the ____ is RESPONSIBLE for services and educationpublic school systemSuccessful autism educational programs include (more, but these are the only ones not completely common sense)... - ________ - Family Involvementminimum of 25hrs/week of servicesIdeally given by a Psychiatrist, ______ are 2nd-line therapy, and the ONLY psychotropic meds for treatment of Autism Spectrum d/o (ASD)Risperidone (Risperdal) & Aripiprazole (Abilify)