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NR 606 Midterm Review (Week 4 Modules) Latest Update Exam |
Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A +
What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? - ANSWER A
neurological and developmental disorder affecting
communication, social relationships, learning, and behavior.
What is the prevalence of ASD? - ANSWER Approximately 1-2%
of the population.
Which sex is more often diagnosed with ASD? - ANSWER Males
are 4x more likely than females.
What factors increase the likelihood of ASD? - ANSWER Having
a sibling with ASD, older parents, very low birth weight, genetic
conditions (e.g., Fragile X, Down syndrome).
When do ASD symptoms typically appear? - ANSWER In the first
2 years of life (though diagnosis can occur across lifespan).
What does "spectrum" mean in ASD? - ANSWER Wide variation
in symptom type and severity.
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What are the DSM-5-TR criteria for ASD? - ANSWER 1)
Persistent deficits in communication and social interaction
across contexts. 2) Restrictive, repetitive behaviors, interests, or
activities.
3) Present early in development.
4) Cause significant impairment in functioning.
How is ASD severity classified? - ANSWER Based on the level of
support the individual requires.
Title: Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Week 4) - ANSWER
ASD: Why is early diagnosis important? - ANSWER Leads to
early treatment → better outcomes; treatment ideally begins at
diagnosis.
What areas of functioning do ASD treatments target? - ANSWER
Behavioral, developmental, educational, psychological, social-
relational.
NR 606 Midterm Review (Week 4 Modules) Latest Update Exam |
Questions and Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade A +
What is autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? - ANSWER A
neurological and developmental disorder affecting
communication, social relationships, learning, and behavior.
What is the prevalence of ASD? - ANSWER Approximately 1-2%
of the population.
Which sex is more often diagnosed with ASD? - ANSWER Males
are 4x more likely than females.
What factors increase the likelihood of ASD? - ANSWER Having
a sibling with ASD, older parents, very low birth weight, genetic
conditions (e.g., Fragile X, Down syndrome).
When do ASD symptoms typically appear? - ANSWER In the first
2 years of life (though diagnosis can occur across lifespan).
What does "spectrum" mean in ASD? - ANSWER Wide variation
in symptom type and severity.
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What are the DSM-5-TR criteria for ASD? - ANSWER 1)
Persistent deficits in communication and social interaction
across contexts. 2) Restrictive, repetitive behaviors, interests, or
activities.
3) Present early in development.
4) Cause significant impairment in functioning.
How is ASD severity classified? - ANSWER Based on the level of
support the individual requires.
Title: Neurodevelopmental Disorders (Week 4) - ANSWER
ASD: Why is early diagnosis important? - ANSWER Leads to
early treatment → better outcomes; treatment ideally begins at
diagnosis.
What areas of functioning do ASD treatments target? - ANSWER
Behavioral, developmental, educational, psychological, social-
relational.
