Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Exam with Complete Solutions 2024

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Exam with Complete Solutions 2024 What are the core social/communication features of autism, according to the DSM-5 criteria? Challenges for the child in: - reciprocity of social-emotional relationships - nonverbal communication behaviors - developing, maintaining, understanding relationships What are the core behavioral patterns of autism, according to the DSM-5 criteria? - Repetitive motor movements or speech - Insistence on sameness - Highly fixated interests - Hyper or hyporeactive to sensory input The ______ of ASD symptom onset is key, and must be present in _______ development. ASD features may not present until social demands exceed the child's capacities, or may be masked by learned strategies. timing of ASD symptoms present in early development In regard to screening tools in the primary care setting, ________ surveillance should take place at all childcare visits (and should be used prior to considering use of formal ASD tools). developmental milestone