Autism Spectrum Conditions

These notes consider how social communication differs in autistic individuals. It looks specifically at differences in joint attention, play, friendships and emotional recognition. It goes onto consider interventions that could be used, such as video modelling or social stories

These notes consider the role of siblings and parents of autistic children and adults. It looks at how neurotypical siblings can benefit autistic people through everyday life and through involvement in interventions. It also considers how having an autistic sibling/child can affect functioning and mental health and how this can be addressed

These notes consider 4 commonly used interventions for ASC - video modelling, PECS, TEACHH and diets. Each is described and evaluated using relevant literature/research.

These notes are a short summary of Autism and how it is diagnosed.

Notes about autism and mental health. The document looks at prevalence of mental health issues within the autistic community as well as potential treatments and their efficacy

Notes about Applied Behavioural analysis. Citing literature to consider the effectiveness of the technique

Easy, detailed notes on Overview of Autism. Includes: - Overview of the disorder - Symptomatology (DSM IV) - Difference btwn Autism and Asperger's - Implications - Epidemiology - Causes - Psychological Theories - Cognitive Theories / Cognitive Treatment - Empathising-systemising Theory

Easy and detailed notes the module topic 'Development and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders'