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Which term did Leo Kanner coin to describe high functioning Autism?
Which term did Leo Kanner coin to describe high functioning Autism?
- Asperger's Syndrome (correct)
- Childhood Schizophrenia
- Refrigerator Mothers
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
Which therapy for autistic children was developed by Ole Ivar Lovaas?
Which therapy for autistic children was developed by Ole Ivar Lovaas?
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) (correct)
- Academic Autistic Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education (AASPIRE)
- Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership (GRASP)
- Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Which of the following is a characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to the DSM-5?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to the DSM-5?
- Overreactivity to sensory input
- Reduced perspective taking
- Enhanced perceptual abilities
- Impaired social interaction and communication (correct)
What is a possible cause of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to current research?
What is a possible cause of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to current research?
Which of the following is NOT a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD?
Which of the following is NOT a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD?
Which one of these is a characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to Criterion C?
Which one of these is a characteristic of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) according to Criterion C?
What is the prevalence of autism in the United States based on data from 11 states?
What is the prevalence of autism in the United States based on data from 11 states?
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Study Notes
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Leo Kanner coined the term "autism" to describe high-functioning autism.
- The Lovaas Model, developed by Ole Ivar Lovaas, is a therapy for autistic children.
Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- According to the DSM-5, ASD is characterized by difficulties in social communication and social interaction, and restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior.
Causes of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Current research suggests that one possible cause of ASD is genetic mutations.
Prenatal Factors and ASD
- Advanced maternal age is a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD.
- Having a sibling with ASD is a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD.
- Maternal hypertension during pregnancy is a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD.
- Maternal smoking during pregnancy is NOT a prenatal factor associated with an increased risk of ASD.
Criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Criterion C states that ASD is characterized by difficulties in changing routines or transitioning between activities.
Prevalence of Autism in the United States
- Based on data from 11 states, the prevalence of autism in the United States is approximately 1 in 54 children.
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