Introductory awareness of Autistic Spectrum Disorders
Introductory awareness of Autistic Spectrum Disorders
Task A-
1.
Body language – People with ASD’s often have difficulties understanding and using body language. This may make them seem rude, but they also avoid eye contact as it makes them feel uncomfortable.
Process delay - It is a common difficulty for people with ASD’s to have a delay in processing spoken/written communication and replying.
Sporadic Language – Individuals may also have learnt certain words or phrases of interest that they use which may make them appear to have a good level of understanding of vocabulary when it is not the case.
2.
Autistic people often do not understand the unwritten social rules which most of us pick up without thinking
They may also appear to be insensitive because they have not recognised how someone else is feeling.
They can also appear to behave 'strangely' or inappropriately, as it is not always easy for them to express feelings, emotions or needs.
4.
The autism/autistic spectrum describes a range of conditions classified as neurodevelopmental disorders. These disorders are characterised by social deficits and communication difficulties, stereotyped or repetitive behaviours and interests, and in some cases, cognitive delays. These disorders include Autism, Asperger’s syndrome and Rett Syndrome.
5.
It is important to recognise that each individual on the autistic spectrum has their own strengths, preferences and needs as each person who has one of the related disorders is different. Despite similarities between the disorders and how it can affect the individuals who have them. If you generalise then the care provided may not be person specific and therefore not the best possible care that can be given.
6.
ADHD – Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a condition that makes a person inattentive, impulsive and hyperactive.
Epilepsy - Epilepsy is a condition in which the affected person has seizures or periods of loss of consciousness.
Task A-
1.
Body language – People with ASD’s often have difficulties understanding and using body language. This may make them seem rude, but they also avoid eye contact as it makes them feel uncomfortable.
Process delay - It is a common difficulty for people with ASD’s to have a delay in processing spoken/written communication and replying.
Sporadic Language – Individuals may also have learnt certain words or phrases of interest that they use which may make them appear to have a good level of understanding of vocabulary when it is not the case.
2.
Autistic people often do not understand the unwritten social rules which most of us pick up without thinking
They may also appear to be insensitive because they have not recognised how someone else is feeling.
They can also appear to behave 'strangely' or inappropriately, as it is not always easy for them to express feelings, emotions or needs.
4.
The autism/autistic spectrum describes a range of conditions classified as neurodevelopmental disorders. These disorders are characterised by social deficits and communication difficulties, stereotyped or repetitive behaviours and interests, and in some cases, cognitive delays. These disorders include Autism, Asperger’s syndrome and Rett Syndrome.
5.
It is important to recognise that each individual on the autistic spectrum has their own strengths, preferences and needs as each person who has one of the related disorders is different. Despite similarities between the disorders and how it can affect the individuals who have them. If you generalise then the care provided may not be person specific and therefore not the best possible care that can be given.
6.
ADHD – Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a condition that makes a person inattentive, impulsive and hyperactive.
Epilepsy - Epilepsy is a condition in which the affected person has seizures or periods of loss of consciousness.