History of Autism
The Refrigerator Mother Theory, now abandoned and discredited, alleged that the cause of autism was this.
Lack of parental warmth (most often referring to mothers)
This character on The Big Bang Theory displays several typical features of autism and has helped raise awareness.
Sheldon Cooper
This man is open about his Asperger’s syndrome diagnosis and is the CEO of both Tesla and SpaceX.
Elon Musk
The gender more likely to be diagnosed with autism.
Boys.
ABA works in part to increase helpful and decrease harmful _____.
Behaviors
In 1979 Lorna Wing and Judith Gould examined the prevalence of autism and defined the “triad of impairments.” Which is not included in the triad?
A. Social Interaction
B. Communication
C. Focus and concentration
D. Imagination
C. Focus and Concentration
This movie follows Raymond, an autistic savant, played by Dustin Hoffman, and Raymond’s brother, Charlie, played by Tom Cruise. 1988
Rain Man
One of the greatest soccer players of all time, from Argentina, diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome.
Lionel Messi
This is the term for repetitive movements or sounds that individuals, especially those on the autism spectrum, use to regulate their sensory input or emotions. Examples include hand flapping, rocking, finger flicking, repeating words or phrases
Stimming, or self-stimulatory behavior
What BACB stands for.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
In 1943, this American child psychiatrist studied 11 children. The children had features of autism which helped advance the diagnosis.
A. Eugen Bleuler
B. Leo Kanner
C. Hans Asperger
D. Jeremiah Bullfrog
B. Leo Kanner
In 2024, this multiplayer online battle arena game (developed by Riot Games) added an autistic character, Aurora, who had the ability to move in between the mortal and spiritual realms. Initials: LoL
League of Legends
This Academy Award winning actor is open about his Asperger’s diagnosis and is most known for his portrayal of Hannibal Lecter in Silence of the Lambs.
Sir Anthony Hopkins
Approximately 1 in ___ children worldwide has autism.
A. 100 B. 1000 C. 500 D. 10
A. 100
A prompting procedure used to teach skills, particularly chained skills, by providing physical assistance and gradually reducing it as the learner progresses. It's a method where the amount and type of physical prompting are adjusted in real-time based on the learner's performance, aiming to foster independence.
Graduated Guidance
This law, signed in 1990 by George HW Bush, guarantees equal opportunity for individuals with Autism in public accommodations, employment, transportation, state and local government services, and telecommunications.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
This show follows the life of Dr. Shaun Murphy, a young surgeon with both autism and savant syndrome.
The Good Doctor
This former SNL cast member is probably most know for his work as a Ghostbuster, or perhaps as a Blues Brother. He is open about his Asperger’s diagnosis.
Dan Aykroyd
Scientists estimate that up to 80% of a child’s risk of developing autism is determined by this.
Genetics - DNA - genome
What PECS stands for.
Picture Exchange Communication System
The year in which the first person was formally diagnosed with autism.
A. 1962 B. 1927 C. 1943 D. 1986
C. 1943
Julia, the first character with autism, was introduced to this popular kid’s show in 2015.
Sesame Street
This women is known both for her advocacy for autistic individuals and for her work in revolutionizing livestock handling to improve animal welfare.
Temple Grandin
There are only two medications approved by the FDA to treat autism symptoms in children. (Although several other medications are used off-label for various symptoms)
The medication class of these two medications is:A. SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors)
B. Stimulants
C. The “Good Stuff”
D. Atypical Antipsychotics
D. Atypical Antipsychotics
Aripiprazole - Abilify
Risperidone - Risperdal
A behavior that, when acquired, significantly expands an individual's access to new environments, reinforcers, and learning opportunities, leading to broader skill development and independence.
A. Milestone B. Pivotal Behavior C. Behavioral Cusp D. Imaginative play
C. Behavioral Cusp