ASD Management Strategies

Specific data in regards to the individual’s social development and behaviour is collected. Inquiries about core ASD symptoms including, unusual, or repetitive behaviours and social relatedness are done, the family’s input is important.

In my personal story, I reviewed my own experience of being a parent to a child with an ASD diagnosis. As it was demonstrated both from the literature review and though my personal story, it is clear that facing an ASD diagnosis is a big crisis. Part of the crisis relates to the stigma of ASD. Parents face judgment and resentments toward their children from the general public as well as judgment on their parenting style. This judgment comes as a result of the typical appearance of most children with

There is little research to examine experiences and needs of individuals with ASD, or proper and effective support systems such as educational and family support needed for young adults making this transition. Most information that is provided on this topic is based on professional’s experience and knowledge. It is essential more research is provided to develop programs to help individuals transition from secondary education to higher

Speech therapy is also a commonly used therapy with children who have been diagnosed with ASD. Every educator interviewed included speech therapy in the list of therapies they incorporate into educating students with ASD. Speech is helpful

ASDs are chronic conditions that begin in childhood and have potential to affect outcomes into adulthood. Primarily, ASDs are neurodevelopmental disorders. They are characterized by heterogeneous severity of the core impairments (social interaction, communication, behavioral). Their other symptoms include language delay and intellectual disability. Although ASDs have not been reported to be completely cured, the evidence-based interventions have been reported to improve the core impairments and their other symptoms. However, because of the expense associated with behavioral interventions, financing these evidence-based interventions to improve outcomes for children with ASDs has often been the subject of debate. In fact, to improve access to behavioral interventions for children with ASDs, several states have passed mandates. Additionally, evidence suggests improvement in insurance coverage for children with ASDs after the passage of mandate. Therefore, economic evaluation of evidence-based interventions for children with ASDs can contribute to development and dissemination of best practice standards, and also support policies to ensure access to effective

Research has found that on average 33% of youths in the juvenile justice system are identified as disabled and eligible for special services. However, there has been little research studying the characteristics or prevalence rates of youth with ASD in the criminal justice system. Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) commonly have impairments in communication, social skills, deficits in abstract thoughts and specific interests that could prevent individuals with ASD from understanding legal and illegal behaviors. It is also suspected that the high rates of psychiatric comorbidity associated with ASD, for example ADHD, may increase the risk of delinquency in youth with ASD.

Roger Evans is a 5-year-old enrolled in general education kindergarten classes. Roger has been identified as having ASD during a routine check-up at the age of three. Roger’s parents had been unemployed and receiving government aid. Roger’s parents have not been taking advantage of supportive resources. Mr. and Mrs. Evans have not informed the school that Roger has been identified as having ASD. During the first week, Roger’s teacher Ms. Moore observed Roger sporadically sitting by himself during lunch and recess rocking back and forth and hitting himself in the face. Ms. Moore also noticed that Roger was anti-social with his peers. Ms. Moore recorded her observations for two weeks. Roger’s behavior became a daily occurrence. Ms. Moore met with the principal, counselor, special education, and Roger’s parents to discuss her concerns. Roger’s parents admitted that Roger had been identified with ASD and has been fine at home.

Autism is a development disorder. It affects mostly brain function and social skills. There any many names for autism but the medical term for it is autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Occupational therapy focuses on practicing the activities of everyday living, education, play and etc. There are also ways to determined on what more to focus on for the person’s needs and goals. When providing services to someone with ASD occupational therapist have to do an evaluation, an intervention, and measure the outcomes of sessions to see if they are succeeding.

One form of treatment for ASD is medication. There is no form of medication that can cure ASD or treat the core symptoms, but there is medication that can help those with ASD function better. For example, the medication can help things such as managing the high energy level, inability to focus, and depression. Medication can affect children in different ways, so while this is one form of treatment, it must be closely monitored by a health professional.

By formulating your own intervention techniques and strategies, you can prevent any incidents that involve any ASD patient, and in turn save them from further emotional trauma.

For many adults diagnosed with ASD, taking the risk of leaving the security of a parent’s or relative’s home is driven by the desire for independence and involvement in community life. In 2011, the Autistic Self Advancement Network (ASAN), Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE), and the National Youth Leadership conducted 72 one-on-one interviews to ask persons diagnosed with ASD what they sought in a community. Most interviewees expressed they desired a community that:

nosed with ASD, highlight ng the need for nurses to be more trained and educated on this disorder

Children with autism or other developmental disabilities often have difficulty accepting solid or fluid due to their sensitivity to texture or taste. This is a significant problem for those whose physical health and well-being are at serious risk due to insufficient nutritional and caloric intake.

What makes a three year old run to her bedroom in hysterics at the mention of the word “lunch” or “dinner” and stay crying long after coaxing from distraught and perplexed mother? The pattern increases and begins severely disrupting the family routine as the child has narrowed her list of accepted foods to peanut butter, Goldfish, lettuce and milk. The pediatrician brushes it off as a phase and the overwhelmed mom leaves his office still concerned for her child’s nutrition. The doctor and other well-meaning family and friends tell her, “She’ll grow out of it! You worry too much!” The instinctive mother is her child’s expert and advocate, yet she feels deflated, guilty and unheard. The young girl has now turned seven never having tasted pizza, mac and cheese or applesauce. Room temperature string cheese will cause a gag reflex to nearly vomiting. Not only does the exhausted mother fear for her daughter’s normal growth, her parenting skills are under scrutiny and her child is labeled picky and difficult. Food aversion is just one area where Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can present itself.

Lastly, the implication of treatments used will be discussed based on the recent research. This literature review will conclude with a concise discussion. In addition, it is important to compare the treatments used to control ASD.