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CoPA Meeting Update on ASD Maureen A. Conroy, PhD May 15, 2009

Stay up to date on the latest trends, research, and interventions in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with this comprehensive update. Explore historical perspectives, current national and local initiatives, and the prevalence and characteristics of ASD. Discover the genetic, environmental, and developmental factors contributing to the autism epidemic. Gain insights into the complexities of autism as a lifelong disorder and learn about early identification and support. Stay informed and engaged with the evolving landscape of autism research and care.

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CoPA Meeting Update on ASD Maureen A. Conroy, PhD May 15, 2009

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  1. CoPA MeetingUpdate on ASDMaureen A. Conroy, PhDMay 15, 2009 Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  2. Historical Perspective Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  3. Historical Perspective WHERE’S AUTISM? Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  4. Current Trends Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  5. Spotlight on ASD • Increased focus on autism research and intervention in legislation, media, & funding agencies • National • Combating Autism Act • Interagency Autism Coordinating Council • Autism Centers of Excellence (http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/MINDInstitute/) • National Professional Development Center on ASD • Increase in autism research budget • State & Local • Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services • TTAC focus on ASD (APP) • Commonwealth Autism Services (CAS) • Virginia Autism Council (VAC) • Virginia Autism Resource Center (VARC) • Communities of Practice in Autism (CoPA) • University Centers Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  6. Where are we now? Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author • Autism is an epidemic! • 1 in 150 children will receive a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (Centers for Disease Control, 2006) • Crosses class, racial, ethnic, and geographical boundaries • 2nd most common developmental disability

  7. Why is autism an epidemic? Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author There may really be more children with ASD Better screening and diagnostic tools We now have a “spectrum” Genetic factors Identifying children with autism earlier

  8. What is autism? Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  9. What is autism? • Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder • Onset prior to age 3 • Syndrome/Spectrum Disorder • Social relatedness difficulties • Communication impairments • Behavioral excesses Perinatal Insult Genetic Liability Environmental Trigger Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  10. What is autism? 4-5 times more prevalent in boys than girls Occurs on a behavioral continuum 50-75% of individuals have comorbid mental retardation 15-20% have average or above average intelligence 10 Dimensions of Autism IQ HI Age Mild Symptoms Severe LO Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  11. Lifelong Disorder 2-3 years of age—aloof/passive; social/communication symptoms 4-5 years of age—increase in a variety of repetitive behaviors >5 years of age—increase in social interest Adolescence—social inappropriateness amplified Adulthood—1-2% live independently; 1/3 have some degree of independence; 2/3 require supervision Conroy (2009) Please do not copy or distribute without permission of author

  12. Stay tuned for more…

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