ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder Overview

These flashcards cover key concepts related to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder, including definitions and characteristics of different types of ADHD and social communication challenges associated with Autism.

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A developmental disorder typically diagnosed during infancy, childhood, or adolescence characterized by inattention, impulsiveness, and hyperactivity.

• ADHD do not necessarily have an attention rather than find it difficult to focus their attention

• Higher levels of hyperactivity

• Fast moving brain that is drawn to images and quick soundbites

• 3 types of ADHD distinguished in DSM5

  1. Primarily hyperactive and impulsive (need for constant movement move)

  2. Primary inattentive(makes careless mistake mistakes because they find it too difficult to sustain attention)

  3. Combined(demonstrate six or more symptoms of attention and six or more symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity)

   

  • Fidgeting or tapping hands or feet

  • Squirming in a seat

  • Talking excessively interrupting or intruding others

  • Not giving close attention to detail, finding it difficult to organise task and Activities

  • Easily distracted By external stimuli

  • Forgetful and daily activities

Inattentive Type (ADHD)

Characterized by careless mistakes and difficulty sustaining attention, it is one of the three types of ADHD.

Hyperactive-Impulsive Type (ADHD)

A type of ADHD where individuals exhibit a constant need for movement and excessive talking.

Combined Type (ADHD)

The type of ADHD that demonstrates symptoms of both inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity.

Social Communication Challenges

Difficulties in social interaction, emotional reciprocity, and communication, often seen in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Restricted and Repetitive Behaviors

Behaviors or interests that are limited and repetitive, typical of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Autism spectrum disorder

• developmental disability that involves challenges with social, emotional and communication skills

• Typically interact and waste of difference from most other people

• Cognitive problem-solving capabilities can reach from gifted to severely challenged

 

Symptoms

• Social communication and restricted repetitive and or sensory behaviours or interest

• Difficult difficulty in social emotion Reciprocity

• Challenges and conversing and sharing interest with others

• Difficulties expressing and understanding emotions

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

A group of disorders that affect brain development, leading to challenges in social, emotional, and communication skills.

Developmental Disability

A disability that involves challenges with social, emotional, and communication skills.