ADHD
What does ADHD stand for?
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder
What does ASD stand for?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Dyslexia is a language processing difficulty that affects a person's ability to ______, _______, and ________.
Read, write and spell
We struggle with procrastination. We don't always know how to get going, or feel that a simple task is too overwhelming.
People with ADHD
Name at least 3 accommodations for students with ADHD.
Seating in area with fewer distractions, breaking assignments into smaller parts, verbal and written instructions, separate room for test taking, timer, provide breaks, provide tools for organization, fidgets
True or False.
People with ASD may have sensory issues and difficulties with social interaction and communication.
True
True or False.
It is estimated that 1 in 20 people has dyslexia.
False.
1 in 5 people has dyslexia. Dyslexia often runs in the family.
What is the most common coexisting condition in children with autism?
ADHD
Name three signs of Inattentive ADHD
Difficulty completing tasks, Easily distracted, forgetfulness, trouble listening and following directions, disorganized, short attention span
Name 3 ways support students with ASD.
Develop predictable routines, use visuals, build on areas of strengths and interests, provide frequent positive reinforcement, be aware of the child's sensory needs, provide uncluttered environment
True or False.
Children with dyslexia may have strong verbal and thinking skills, such as: imagination and curiosity, recognizing patterns, creative outside-of-the-box problem solvers
True
Struggling to pronounce words with two or more syllables, rhyming, getting thoughts on paper, memorizing math facts, slow or choppy reading, poor and inconsistent spelling
Common struggles with Dyslexia
Name three signs of Hyperactivity
Talk too much, hard to sit still, impatient, often fidgets, interrupts conversations, blurts out
True or False.
Anxiety is a common issue for people with ASD.
True. Many people with ASD find it hard to relax. They are constantly on alert trying to make sense of the world around them and its social rules.
Multisensory structured literacy instruction, extended time for reading and writing, breaking up long assignments, audio books, quiet place for studying and testing
Accommodations in the classroom
Highly logical and good at absorbing and remembering facts, attention to detail, and recognizing patterns.
People on the autistic spectrum
This American gymnast won 32 Olympic and World Championship medals with ADHD.
Simone Biles
The famous young climate activist with ASD?
Greta Thunberg
This award winning actor was diagnosed with dyslexia as a child and eventually dropped out of high school. He starred in movies such as The Matrix, John Wick and Point Break.
Keanu Reeves
This billionaire entrepreneur credits his dyslexia for much of his success.
Richard Branson