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Neuro Disorders
Ch 10 - Neurodevelopmental & Neurocognitive
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Delirium | disorientation, recent memory loss, & clouding of attention |
| Major Neurocognitive Disorder | Characterized by decline in cognitive functioning severe enough to interfere with daily living |
| What is Major Neurocognitive Disorder also known as? | dementia |
| Types of Cognitive Deficits in NCD | - aphasia - echolalia - palilia - apraxia - agnosia - loss of executive functions |
| Aphasia | deterioration of language |
| Echolalia | repeating what is heard |
| Palilalia | repeating sounds or words over & over |
| Apraxia | impairment of the ability to execute common actions (ex: waving) |
| Agnosia | failure to recognize objects or people |
| Executive Functions | brain functions that involve the ability to plan, initiate, monitor, & stop complex behaviors |
| Some studies have found small to moderate risk of developing ADHD associated w/ exposure to WHAT during childhood? | lead |
| Psychosocial therapies for autism spectrum disorder combine- | behavioral techniques & structured educational services |
| Alzheimer's Dementia | a more severe form of dementia |
| Neurofibrillary Tangles | made of protein called tau that stops nutrients & other essential supplies from moving through cells causing them to die |
| Plaques | deposits of a protein called beta-amyloid |
| What is down syndrome also referred to as? | trisomy 21 |
| Which gender is more likely to develop ADHD in childhood & adolescence? | boys |
| Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) | persistent pattern of inattention and/or hyperactivity that interferes with functioning or development (education) |
| Inattention Signs & Symptoms | overlooks or misses details, doesn’t seem to listen when spoken to, fails to finish homework or duties, problems organizing, loses things frequently, forgetful |
| Hyperactivity & Impulsivity Signs & Symptoms | fidgets, leaves seat often, runs about or climbs when inappropriate, inability to play quietly, appears “driven by a motor,” excessive talking, can’t wait for turn, often interrupts or intrudes on others |
| What neurotransmitters function abnormally in people w/ ADHD? | dopamine and norepinephrine |
| Savant Syndrome | having special talents or abilities |
| Children with an intellectual developmental disorder are more likely to | come from low socioeconomic backgrounds. |
| What is true about social programs for children with intellectual developmental disorder? | Many adults with intellectual developmental disorders live in group homes, where they receive assistance in the tasks of daily living and training in vocational and social skills. |
| Intellectual Disability (Disorder) | intellectual deficits & deficits in the ability to function in three broad domains of daily living (conceptual, social, practical) |
| Vascular Neurocognitive Disorders | significant decline in processing speed, ability to pay attention, & executive functions because of a recent vascular event or cerebrovascular disease |
| Cerebrovascular Disease | Blood supply to areas of the brain is blocked, causing brain tissue damage |
| Parkinson’s Disease | a degenerative brain disorder |
| Autism Spectrum Disorder | impairment in two key areas of development, including deficits in social interactions, communication with others, and repetitive patterns of behavior |
| What kind of medications are used to control autism symptoms? | - ssris - stimulants - antipsychotics |
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