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Definition of terms

Definition of terms. Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) termed Pervasive Developmental Disorders [PDDs] in the DSM 4 th edition (text revision) DSM-IV-TR. This refers to developmental disorders of varying clinical presentations that share a core feature of pervasive and

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Definition of terms

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  1. Definition of terms Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) termed Pervasive Developmental Disorders [PDDs] in the DSM 4th edition (text revision) DSM-IV-TR This refers to developmental disorders of varying clinical presentations that share a core feature of pervasive and qualitative impairments in reciprocal social interaction. Source: Carr and Le Blanc, ASDs in Early Childhood, Primary Care Clin Office Pract, 2007

  2. Autism or Autistic Disorder To qualify for a diagnosis, they must meet 6 criteria at least 2 in social interaction one each in communication and restrictive, repetitive behavior Notes for Parents : Good sources on diagnostic criteria: DSM IV-TR The World of the Autistic Child by Bryna Siegel , 1996 p. 18 Autism Spectrum Disorders by Chantal Sicile –Kira, 2004 p. 21

  3. Autism /Autistic Disorder Substantial social impairment , poor peer interaction Moderate to profound language impairments Restricted and repetitive behaviors

  4. Asperger Syndrome/ Disorder • To qualify for a diagnosis, • there should be at least • 2 characteristic criteria in • social interaction • 1 characteristic criteria in • restricted, repetitive behavior • * No language delay/cognitive • impairment Notes for Parents: Good sources: Asperger Syndrome by Tony Attwood The Oasis Guide to Asperger Syndrome by Bashe and Kirby , 2005

  5. Pervasive Developmental Disorder Not Otherwise SpecifiedPDDNOS This diagnosis is used for “milder” problems. An individual with PDDNOS may exhibit behavior similar to those diagnosed with autism or Asperger Syndrome but does not meet the criteria for one of these disorders Food for thought Some doctors use PDDNOS provisionally when the child is so young and some criteria are felt too difficult to see

  6. The Diagnostic Evaluation Process Medical Examination Should be performed by qualified health professional * Regression or if with clinical neurologic abnormalities like microcephaly or neurologic asymmetries Newsweek December 4, 2006

  7. Screening and Referral Screening for ASD should be conducted in conjunction with routine developmental surveillance RED FLAG INDICATORS No babbling by 12 months No gestures like pointing, showing, reaching or waving by 12 months No words by 16 months No 2 word meaningful phrases by 24 months ANY loss of speech, babbling and social skills at ANY age

  8. Prevalence Data • “Autism is the fastest growing childhood developmental condition in the USA with 1 child in 166 affected” US Centre for Disease Control 2004 • “One child in 100 in the UK” Office of National Statistics 2004 • Rates for autism in 50 prevalence reports reported 50 to 80 per 10000 Blaxill M.F. 2004 www.publichealthreports.org

  9. Increasing prevalence: Is it better detection or better awareness ? U.S. DATA Population data CDC/NCHS PHILIPPINE DATA Hospital records PGH/PCMC

  10. THE AUTISTIC SPECTRUM • a BEHAVIORAL syndrome • There is a cluster of unusual behavior patterns • “ The triad of impairments” • poor social interaction • poor social communication • restricted activitiesand interests

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