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Autism is not as prevalent in males compared to females. True or False?
False!
What are the challenges/barriers related to this case study? Name 5.
- Single Parent
- Stigma related to ASD
- Lack of community support
- Racism/discrimination in the healthcare system
- Lack of coping strategies
How do most health care professional reccomend to address an individual diagnosed with autism?
“person-first language” so: person who has autism
Natasha asks you to describe to her what Autism is. You tell her that Autism is a ....... disorder that is marked by difficulties with ......, ......., ......., and ......
neurodevelopmental disorder
- social skills
- repetitive activities/movements
- Speech and nonverbal communication
You are working with Karan and Natasha and determining barriers to health and to mobilize and to build on existing strengths. Which standards does this relate to?
- Capacity building
- Professional relationships
Does the government of Canada provide any funding to financial assistance individuals with autism? Name at least 2
Building Brighter Future Fund
Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP)
Natasha asks you what is the main cause of Autism. What do you respond?
There are no main causes as the development of autism can be influence by genetic or environmental factors.
Natasha asks you which interprofessional team members will help Karan with improving his speech skills and provide support to the family and help him achieve optimum independence and create goals related to social interactions, motor skills, etc?
Speech pathologist and occupational therapist
what are some of the purposes for administrating medications to individuals diagnosed with autism? Name 3.
Medication-related for individuals diagnosed with autism is often due to managing high energy levels, inability to focus, or self-harming behaviour, such as head banging or hand biting. Medication can also help manage co-occurring psychological conditions, such as anxiety or depression, in addition to medical conditions such as seizures, sleep problems, or stomach or other gastrointestinal problems
When reading the article about the experiences of Minority Parents of children with ASD, what are the 6 main challenges minority parents experienced?
- Some cultures consider Autism to be a "taboo" topic
- Lack of coping strategies
- Mothers being subjected to blame
- Lack of accessibility to proper resources
- Lack of social/community support
- Difficulties of communicating with child
Why has the behavioural intervention, ABA, been a controversial debate amongst parents and other self-advocates for autism?
parents and other self-advocates of autism do not support its use. ABA involves the usage of scientific methods for learning and behaviour, such as operant conditioning, which is known to improve intellectual functioning, language, adaptive behaviour, and social skills. The main criticism that is received about ABA is how it stems from the idea to eliminate or alter behaviours.
what does social relational treatments prioritize on improving?
Social-relational treatments are focused on improving social skills and building emotional bonds. Some social-relational approaches involve parents or peer mentors.