Challenges and Support for People with Autism
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What is a common barrier to addressing autism?

  • Inadequate knowledge and understanding of autism by healthcare providers (correct)
  • Lack of research on autism
  • High cost of autism treatment
  • Social stigma around autism

    • What was adopted by the Sixty-seventh World Health Assembly in May 2014?

  • Autism Awareness Month
  • WHO resolution on autism spectrum disorders (correct)
  • World Autism Day
  • Comprehensive autism care program

    • What is the focus of WHO's efforts regarding autism?

  • Providing autism diagnosis tools
  • Developing autism treatment medications
  • Conducting autism research studies
  • Strengthening countries' abilities to promote optimal health and well-being of people with autism (correct)

    • What is one way WHO contributes to strengthening the health workforce for autism care?

    <p>Contributing to strengthening the ability of the health workforce to provide appropriate care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a goal of WHO's efforts regarding autism?

    <p>To improve the quality of life of people with autism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who supported the WHO resolution on autism spectrum disorders?

    <p>More than 60 countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an additional aspect to consider when diagnosing autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>The presence of a known medical or genetic condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a positive aspect of autism spectrum disorder related to attention?

    <p>Ability to focus on details</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Temple Grandin, what type of jobs may be suitable for individuals with autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>Jobs requiring attention to detail</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of individuals with autism spectrum disorder related to observation skills?

    <p>They observe and research before participating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common trait among individuals with autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>Deep concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential co-occurring condition with autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>Catatonia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the important factors that determine the quality of life of individuals with autism?

    <p>Support provided by local and national authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to autism, what other conditions are individuals with autism likely to experience?

    <p>Depression and anxiety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the estimated prevalence of autism among children globally?

    <p>1 in 100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following behaviors is mentioned as a challenging behavior often seen in individuals with autism?

    <p>Difficulty sleeping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has extensive research shown regarding the measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine?

    <p>It does not cause autism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one end of the spectrum in terms of intellectual functioning for individuals with autism?

    <p>Profound impairment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of ASD cases in children are reported to have a genetic cause?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which genetic syndrome is mentioned as a cause of ASD?

    <p>Fragile X syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What environmental factor is associated with a higher risk of ASD?

    <p>Advanced parental age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which birth complication has shown a strong link to ASD?

    <p>Hypoxia and ischemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which nutritional element is mentioned as deficient in patients with ASD?

    <p>Folic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element has enough evidence for its association with ASD that warrants further investigation?

    <p>Inorganic mercury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of autism spectrum disorder in the area of social communication?

    <p>Rarely responding when spoken to</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of behaviour is characterized by lining up toys in a particular way over and over again?

    <p>Repetitive and restricted behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of support levels in an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis?

    <p>To show how much support children need</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of sensory sensitivity in autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>Becoming distressed by everyday sounds like hand dryers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Level 3 support in an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis?

    <p>Children need very substantial support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common difficulty for children with autism spectrum disorder?

    <p>Having difficulties making friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

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