Diagnosis
What diagnosis is associated with repeated seizures?
Epilepsy
Where do many of our referrals come from?
Regional Centers
True or False: Every person diagnosed with Autism has a learning disability
False
What genetic disorder which is caused by a third copy of chromosome 21?
Down Syndrome
When meeting with a participant for the first time, what is a document you can use to gain more information/insight?
Cost Statement or ISP
True or False: All people with epilepsy lose consciousness and have convulsions
False (there are over 40 different seizure types, some of which include quick muscle twitches, a brief loss of awareness, confusion or disorientation. A convulsive seizure was previously called a fit.)
In the SIMPACT simulation, the avatar (Emil) presented with a lack of eye contact, seemed to be easily overwhelmed, and expressed struggles with social interaction. What could a possible diagnosis be?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
What's another resource that FACT provides for staff that is not Google Drive?
Internal Website
True or False: Including people with intellectual disabilities at school and the workplace can have negative effects.
False (Special Olympics programs like Unified Schools and Unified Sports, where people with and without intellectual disabilities learn and play side by side, have shown that an inclusive environment can help break down barriers, promote understanding, and teach compassion.)
What are the 5 most common diagnoses that you will encounter or are likely to encounter at FACT?
As Emil was describing his symptoms, what was the recommendation/intervention recommended by staff?
Therapeutic Services
According to Emil are online friends real friends?
True
What are 2 other diagnoses that you might encounter at FACT?
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Epilepsy
What is an organizational tool that FACT is preparing to provide that might be helpful for participants?
Diagnostic Testing
Are teachers overworked and underpaid?
True (according to Emil)