True or False
Males are more likely than females to have intellectual disabilities.
True: Males are more likely than females to be diagnosed with intellectual disability.
What was/were ID (Intellectual Disabilities) formerly known as?
MR - Mental Retardation
What does "ASD" stand for and how many children does it affect?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects about 1 in 59 children.
While a specific full-scale IQ test score is no longer required for diagnosis, standardized testing is used as part of diagnosing the condition. A full scale IQ score of around 70 to 75 indicates a significant limitation in intellectual functioning.
True.
Intellectual functioning is assessed with an exam by a doctor and through standardized testing. While a specific full-scale IQ test score is no longer required for diagnosis, standardized testing is used as part of diagnosing the condition. A full scale IQ score of around 70 to 75 indicates a significant limitation in intellectual functioning. However, the IQ score must be interpreted in the context of the person’s difficulties in general mental abilities. Moreover, scores on subtests can vary considerably so that the full scale IQ score may not accurately reflect overall intellectual functioning.
What is Intellectual Disability?
Intellectual disability involves problems with general mental abilities that affect functioning in two areas.
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurologically-based disability that affects a child's social skills, communication, and behavior.
Intellectual disability is identified by problems solely in intellectual functioning.
False.
Intellectual disability is identified by problems in both intellectual and adaptive functioning.
What are the two areas of functioning is impaired by intellectual disabilities?
1) Intellectual functioning (such as learning, problem solving, judgement)
2) Adaptive functioning (activities of daily life such as communication and independent living)
Why does The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all children be screened for ASD at their 18- and 24-month well-child checkups.
Research shows that starting an intervention program as soon as possible can improve outcomes for many children with autism.
Adaptive functioning is assessed through standardized measures with the individual and interviews with others, such as family members, teachers and caregivers.
True.
Adaptive functioning is assessed through standardized measures with the individual and interviews with others, such as family members, teachers and caregivers.
What is the name of one of the two assessment measures shown to you today by your instructor?
What percentage of the population is affected by intellectual disability?
Eighty five percent of the population is affected by intellectual disabilities.
True or False: Children can "grow out of autism."
A small minority of children show considerable improvement in their ASD symptoms following diagnosis. While ASD has historically been considered a life-long condition, recent research has shown that the outcomes associated with an ASD diagnosis can vary considerably. Some people who were diagnosed with ASD in their youth may improve dramatically, and show little difference to people who have never had the diagnosis.
If a person has a diagnosis or meets eligibility for ID, that designation "trumps" all others and would be their only identified condition.
False. Some mental health, neurodevelopmental, medical and physical conditions frequently co-occur in individuals with intellectual disability, including cerebral palsy, epilepsy, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder and depression and anxiety disorders. Identifying and diagnosing co-occurring conditions can be challenging, for example recognizing depression in an individual with limited verbal ability. However, accurate diagnosis and treatment are important for a healthy and fulfilling life for any individual.
Name the three areas of adaptive functioning.
Three areas of adaptive functioning are considered:
What is Early Intervention (EI)?
The EI Program is a federal grant program run by individual states under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act that works with children ages 0-3. Also called the "Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities," EI targets children who show a delay in cognitive, social, or communication skills. These children may also have a delay in physical or motor abilities or self-care skills.