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ASD Assignment
Here is a completed example of my assessment for ASD Assessment/Identification
Question | Answer |
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What are some early signs of ASD? | Lack of response when name is called, difficulties with joint attention, poor eye contact, less interest in peers, sensory-motor difficulties, and stereotyped behaviors |
How long after symptoms becoming apparent is the typical delay in identification of ASD? | 2-3 years |
What factors contribute to delays in the identification of ASD? | Symptom severity, culture, gender, and attitudes toward diagnosis |
What type of deficits tend to lead to earlier identification of ASD? | Severe communication deficits |
What are some common professionals that conduct ASD assessments? | Psychologists, neurologists, pediatricians, and psychiatrists. |
What are some of the most common pitfalls that delays the identification of ASH? | Thinking a child is "going through a phase" or basing a diagnosis on a single behavior or instance of behavior. |
What is one difference between diagnosis and eligibility? | Diagnosis is based on a set of criteria while Eligibility is based on federal law. |
What type of information should be included in a comprehensive evaluation of ASD? | Developmental history, observations, interviews with parents and teachers, direct interaction, and information about social, communication, sensory, emotional, cognitive, and adaptive functioning. |
What are Dr. Aspy's and Dr. Grossman's ten tips for the evaluation of ASD? | 1) Plan and prepare 2) Communicate and inform 3) Work as a team 4) Keep an open mind 5) Schedule time to process 6) Think recommendations 7) Allow for fun and flexibility 8)Reinforce 9)Observe across settings 10) Be responsive |
What qualities do you look for in interdisciplinary team members? | Good with parents and students, good writers, good organizers, analytical thinkers, people who are able to deal with ambiguity, skills in dealing with conflict, and a sense of humor |