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Chapter 11. Individuals with AutismSpectrum Disorders
Some of the common misconceptions include the belief that individuals with ASD
possess special recall or mathematical skills, are locked into their own world, are unable
to communicate or give or receive affection, and are aggressive and self-injurious. -
answerWhat are some of the common misconceptions that people have about
individuals with autism or ASD?
Although all individuals with ASD show characteristic areas of need in communication
and social skills, as well as restrictive behaviors and interests, each person is unique. -
answerWhat does ASD look like?
Some of the behavioral symptoms associated with ASD include hyperactivity, short
attention span, impulsivity, and, in some cases, aggressiveness and self-injurious
behaviors. - answerWhat are some of the behavioral symptoms associated with ASD?
The degree to which behavioral symptoms are demonstrated, in combination with the
intellectual capability of an individual, helps to define an individual's strengths and
weaknesses. It is the variability of these behaviors that has resulted in professionals
referring to autism as a spectrum disorder with a range of mild to severe features. -
answerWhy do professionals use the term ASD instead of autism?
Despite their needs, individuals with ASD can lead productive lives and can be integral
parts of their family, school, and community. Students with ASD benefit from
educational environments and can learn from the adults and peers around them.
Individuals with ASD want friends, as do their non-disabled peers, and learn from social
opportunities and community inclusion. - answerWhat could one expect from an
individual with ASD in adult life?
ASD is a complex medical disorder in which genetic, environmental, and neurological
causes may occur. Professionals have made many advances in treatment, which can
positively affect the lives of individuals with ASD. However, researchers have still not
found a cure. - answerList three possible causes of ASD.
Classifying people by diagnostic categories can mask an individual's unique identity.
Rather than being seen as homogeneous entities, diagnostic categories should be
seen as guidelines for understanding the heterogeneity of individuals. - answerWhat are
some of the disadvantages of classifying individuals by diagnostic categories?
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