Autism Spectrum Disorder

what is ASD?

a severe form a broader group of disorders that appears during first 3 years of life

what does autism impact?

normal development of brain

what is autistic disorder?

impairment in social interaction, communication and imaginative play, apparanet before 3

what is asperger’s disorder?

impairments in social interaction and presence of restricted interests and activities

what is true of asperger’s?

no clinically signifiant general delay in language, average to above average intelligence, least sever of the spectrum

what is pervasive developmental disorder often referred to as?

atypical autism

when is pervasive developmental disorder term used?

child does not meet criteria for a specific diagnosis but there is severe and pervasive impairment in specified behaviors

what is Rett’s disorders?

progressive disorder which which is almost exclusively in females

what happens Rett’s disorder?

loss of purposeful use of hands which is replaced by repetitive hand movements

how is Rett’s disorder characterized?

head growth deceleration and loss of previously acquired skills between 5-48 months

what is childhood disintegrative disorder?

normal growth and development prior to manifesting social interaction and then there is significant loss of previously acquired skills in at least 2 areas

what areas will there be loss of skill sin childhood disintegrative disorder?

language, social skills, adaptive behavior, bowel and bladder control, play or motor skills before 10

what are treatment methodologies for autism?

heal gut, provide nutrient absorption and remove allergens

how is hydrotherapy done?

hot and cold towels on the trunk and abdomen that calms down the vagus nerve and gut

what are the benefits of hydrotherapy?

balance autonomic nervous system