The document discusses the history and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders. It describes how autism was initially identified by Eugen Bleuler and Leo Kanner in the early 20th century. Key characteristics mentioned include difficulties with social interactions and communication, as well as repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. The prevalence of autism is described as approximately 1 in 150 individuals, with boys being more likely to be affected than girls. Various teaching and behavior strategies are also summarized, such as using visual cues, structured environments, and applied behavior analysis.
3. history of autism
eugen bleuler
autism =
temporary schizophrenia
resisted contact with the social world
delusional thinking
withdrawal into fantasy life
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4. history of autism
resistance when held by parents
extreme fear reaction / noise
specific food preferences
normal physical appearance
excellent rote memory (?)
maintenance of sameness
mute / echolalia
not spontaneous
extreme aloneness
atypical play behaviors
inability 2 relate 2 others ocd-like behaviors
repetitive physical movements
leo kanner
5. history of autism
Hans Asperger
“little professors”
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6. history of autism
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8. 6 items: delays
DSM criteria
6 items: social interactions
eye contact
not accounted by rett disorder facial expression
not accounted by childhood disintegrative disorder
body posture / gesture
lack spontaneous seek shared interest
lack social/emotional reciprocity
atypical social interaction
language/symbolic/imaginative play
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9. Autism
IDEiA
is a
developmental
disability affecting
verbal and nonverbal
communication and
social interaction,
generally before age
3, that adversely
affects a child’s
performance.
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1990
10. autism diagnosis
spectrum
screen 18 /24m
lengthy diagnosis
no 1 test
no single cause
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11. autism prevalence
1 in 150
race? (no! seen across all ethnic/cultural groups)
gender? (yes! More boys than girls)
atlanta
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16. teaching strategies
environment to fit the student
specific limits
immediate feedback
eye contact (when possible)
combined strategies
games teach skills
high structure
visual cues
spectrum
gear to interests
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17. behavior strategies
“One of the characteristics of fad
treatments is that they are
discussed in the media and on the
internet, where many parents can be
exposed to them,” (Snow)
fad treatment
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